Friday, February 1, 2008

About Us

Greetings!




I'm Michele...

And I'm Richie.







Welcome to our Train to Climb Chronicles.

A brief introduction:

We live on Bainbridge Island in the gorgeous state of Washington!

Michele is a program coordinator for Bainbridge Youth Services, and also works at the front desk at Island Fitness. Richie is a software engineer in Seattle. (Yes, a commuter.)

We have been married (happily) for 5 1/2 years - partners in crime, best friends. No kiddos, but our dog (Willis) makes up for it. We love to kayak, drink coffee, and eat sushi. We walk just about everywhere.

We were both born and raised in Louisiana - where the highest point is "Mount" Driskill at 535 feet. If you are wondering where our accents are... We left them behind about 2 1/2 years ago on our 3,050 mile drive to Washington state. So, look for them somewhere in Texas, New Mexico, or Arizona.

We are just normal folks who want to be healthy enough to do things like climb to 14,000+ feet, if we wish. Who knows what other adventures this little adventure will lead to.

Our folks think we are crazy, but it is something we are coming to terms with... Actually, they really do think we are crazy - but they are also strong supporters of our climbing ambitions.

Please - send us your comments and questions.
And remember to check back for weekly updates on our progress.

5 comments:

Tom said...

How can any good post go uncommented upon? Glad to have you out Washington way. Looking forward to your Blogs.....

Anonymous said...

Richie! Michele! Just came across your blog (it really is a boring story how I found it) and just wanted to say 'lo. It's amazing to find one other couple without kids on BI! I'll be following your cron's,

-Katy

Anonymous said...

I am so excited for you guys to embark on this grand adventure. Come what may, it will amount to one of the greatest experiences of your life. I hope that it will light a fire within in a way you never thought possible. Be proud of yourselves as I am of you ... you've accomplished so much ... a 3 ball puch up baby!! Enjoy... my thoughts and good vibes are heading your way!
Laura

Anonymous said...

You are a bunch of HARD asses and I am so impressed. Not only are you great sushi partners and supporters of Our Beauty Within non-profit, you are amazing hikers. If I eat more sushi can I do it too?... or do I have to get on that crazy BUSU ball?
You Rock,
Claudine

Anonymous said...

You two are so damn cute. I can not wait to see the pictures of the first REALLY BIG hike - I am proud to call you two friends and wish I had the guts....sorta :)Love - Heidi