So last night, we had our Team in Training swim workshop. I lived through the embarassment of having to watch myself swim on the video. I was surprised...I don't look that bad at all. I have this vision of myself when I swim that is...well...not what I saw on the video, so it was definitely a nice self esteem booster.But! This is not the stuff of the lightbulb. We always go out to eat as a group after our meetings...it establishes group bonding, and it also gives people an incentive to coming in general (come to the meeting and learn about swimming drills, and then you can go get a beer afterwards! yeah!).
ANYWAY! At the most frequented restaurant, there is this "Monster Burger". Two pounds of meat, lots of toppings, a basket of french fries, and also one of onion rings. So...of course last night I'm bragging about being able to eat a lot (note to self: Keep Mouth Shut!), etc etc and the challange to consume this Monster came up. This thing costs $19.99...the regular burger there is $5.99, to put things in perspective.
Keep this in mind: If you finish the burger, you get a free T-Shirt, AND (more importantly) you get your name on a plaque on the wall! I'm a sucker for stuff like that. I want my name on that wall!
People started volunteering to put money down and then came my genius idea. After the next meeting (the camping workshop--Monday, February 6), I'm going to have a fundraiser (for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, of course)...and I WILL eat that burger. I know this is kind of a gross prospect, but I'm a relatively small person, and I think that if I can possibly fill the restuarant, I can make a lot of money for the Society through this. I'll just fast all day and it won't be so gross...it probably takes care of my calories for the day, but it couldn't be MUCH more than that, especially considering I'll still be doing my workout that day...So! Here starts my advertising campaign. February 6, people. Around 8:15...if you're in the Cleveland area, be there! I'm not asking for a lot of money. Just a small donation, and you can come and have fun and meet some cool people, and of course eat a good dinner...no one else is required to eat the disgusting burger, I promise. The restaurant is the Main Street Grill in N. Royalton. It's right on Rt. 82. It's SUPER easy to find.
Let me know if you have any ideas to add to this fundraiser. I'm hoping this will put a dent in my fundraising, which has obviously been totally lacking this time around. I just haven't felt comfortable sending out another letter. Partially because I was so late with the thank you notes, but also because people gave me SO much last time, and it just doesn't feel like it's been long enough...
But anyway, this seems like it'll be fun. People definitely got a kick out of it last night, so I just have to keep that enthusiasm up for a few weeks. Expect more shoutouts...
13 comments:
OMG--that's awesome!!! That burger was in Maxim Magazine which my husband gets and I was amazed. I think it's the size of your entire torso!!!! If I am in town I'm there! ;) I will definitely throw some $ your way!
OMG - 2 lbs of meat!!
You're hypercompetitive even when it comes to eating a hamburger?
Offer a challenge with the prizes being your name on a plaque and a free t-shirt, and watch the monkey dance!
(Just kidding. Go get 'em!)
So you are asking people to sponsor u to stuff yourself up? :)
Good stuff :D
hahaha! this is a GREAT idea! I'm a little too far away to make it in person but if you post pictures of you devouring the 2 lb (!) monster, I'll donate to your fundraising efforts!
added incentive for you to make sure you finish the thing! ;)
yeah I don't know Su I get to see this every week for free ;)
Now if you want me to eat the burger I can totally handle that though!
Make sure you eat a little something or else your stomach will shrink beforehand! The key is to not let it shrink but have enough room for everything!
ps. I think you should do the Hoggy's Challenge with me and Brian for lunch then this challenge for dinner!!!
mouse--there will FOR SURE be pictures. no worries. :)
liz--ummm...i'll skip out on the lunch challenge, but thanks for the advice on how to conquer the burger! :)
to the rest of ya...love the weirded out sarcasm...
About the fundraising letter. A lot of people donate to specific causes every year. I've done 2 marathons, and I always send letters to EVERYONE. When you do an event, people start to ask you, "so are you doing another marathon this year?" If they are not interested in donating, they won't. But if you don't send a letter, you aren't giving them the opportunity to help out. And remember you aren't asking for you, but for Leukemia & Lymphoma patients. Another thing - the phrase: "No amount is too small" lets them know that even the little donations count. I've gotten $5 donations and I send them updates and thank you letters just like the big donor who gave $500. They are giving what they can and it adds up. I cull our church directory, I send letters to anyone on campus who I've ever talked to on the phone and have a working relationship with. Plus I have a large extended family. Good luck with your burger fundraiser. Check out my fundraising page if you want ideas about sending a letter that speaks to new and repeat donors. Training updates are also good. I'll bring some examples to our next meeting.
Cheers. And nice job on the video.
Rosie
Ha! I picturing John Candy eating the ole 96er in "The Great Outdoors". Sounds like a blast! I would love to make it there! Hopefully I can drop by and cheer you on!
Good for you! And good luck, that’s a lot of meat. Like liz said, don't starve yourself. You don’t want your stomach to shrink. do some workouts the week before to stretch your stomach out and you’ll be able to put more down. Good luck.
Cheers.
Rice
I agree with Rosie, send the letter out anyway.
Ha! That sounds like such a great way to raise money, great idea!!
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