A little part of the Big story.....fka "My Year to Thrive"

My favorite word in highschool was Lagniappe thanks to Dr. Sims. Lagniappe is 'a little something extra.' I just like the word and the french origin. Hope you enjoy a little something extra today!

Sunday, November 13, 2005

A little story behind the Best Spot Ever!

My partner in crime, Robin, and I were a little ancy (sp?) all week as we knew what was going to transpire. RT and I were even on a strict diet and rigorous workout routine over the last 7 days (couldnt you tell?) as we prepared for the task at hand. But come Friday we were ready for what could be the greatest tailgate stakeout in America.
We loaded up her car with all the necessary tools for a succesful mission. To be as conspicuous as we were when you are as cool as we are is a hard thing to do. But we did it well. We rolled out of the ATL close to midnight and headed towards the beloved, Athens, GA. Upon arrival we did a few drivethroughs just to get the feel of Athens -on a Friday before game day. We decided instead of scoping out cute senior college boys - which we are good at, btw- we would make the Friday night sacrifices and head to the destination: North Campus: Athen's finest and most coveted of tailgating locations.
We swiftly, as practiced, unloaded the tent, chairs and such in order to claim what was going to be the greatest taligate spot ever - can I say it again? Let's stop here for a second....okay, okay, we heard some say the tailgate was pretty decent (and for that I do give credit to everyone but me because RT and I had some invaluable players that made yesterday a possibility) BUT - the coolest part of the weekend was the tailgate stakeout the insued.
RT and I dressed in camoflauge, painted our faces dark colors and wore night relective goggles (somethings in this story ar exaggerated). As mentioned, we threw out the gear in 5.2 which was better than in rehearsal. We saw some intruders lurking as we were setting to throw down the tent and stake claim. Robin turned on the charm and the school boys were suckers and fell to the RT. We proceed to try to pop out the tent. I wont lie about this - we had some troubles. Supposedly, it is a fairly easy thing to do. After the 3rd tent we launched - yeah, we were pros. But at 1 am, alone in the dark we were not so good. Robin turns on the charm again (I am not really a flirt you know...so I left it up to RT) and she procceeds to coerce (yet another word that I am not sure how to spell) 2 young gents to help us throw down the tent and establish the best tailgate spot ever. We had to strategically place items in just the right spots to be able to designate an area so perfect and so grand for all of our precious friends. After putting up the electronic shock fence for any late night, intoxicated, undergrad intruders we gathered any evidence of our adventure and fled the scene. Back at the base (aka Charlsie's house....aka The best place to stay during gamedayweekends (or any weekend)....aka The coolest girl in law schools place) we prepared for phase 2 of the stakeout which would occur in T-4 hours.
By pure instinct we both woke up at 7-A, turned to eachother and knew what needed to happen. We geared up and headed back to 'The Best spot ever to tailgate'. I will admit, This was a little nerving on the drive over......yes, we slipped away for a power nap for a few but what if the tent were stollen, or knocked down by said late night, intoxicated, undergrad intruder. What if a tree had fallen?
Luckily, we were safe. Really, this was lucky. Several tents had been destroyed or else blown away. Those poor tailgaters may want to consult an expert like ourselves next time.
Okay, this is going on and for some reason I think someone actually will read all of this but I know ya'll wont so we'll cut to the chase.
The tailgate rocked - all our peeps came through triumphantly with a multitude...no, plethora (better word) of tailgating chairs and a (this is big and in no way spelled correctly) smorgishboard of yummy food for a whole day's worth of enjoyment.
Mr Will Gaither hooked up the phat tunes for the day - which I must say was one of the greatest parts of the Greatest tailgate in America.
Thanks to all! Y'all rock and despite the L - I had a blast.

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