Ahh, one more day here. It’s gone by fast, too fast. But I think it’s because we’ve stayed busy. I know a lot of people think we are on vacation, but nope, that’s not the case. We just get to work in paradise for a week. Can’t complain. It’s definitely a vacation from the norm though.
I thought’ I’d share a little bit of what goes on here and then follow it up with a lot of photos. That works, right?
Okay, here goes.
Bahamas Days: Cotter Camp
Wake up. Make breakfast, coffee, etc..
Sherpa (that’s me) gets her own time to run or strength train. Then back to the house to make snacks.
Do a little work for Barbara on the upcoming UWC Triathlon Bahamas. (side note: everyone needs to come race this!!! It’s going to be, what’s the word? EPIC!)
Lunch time is an ocean swim (ironman distance). Sherpa prepares lunch or picks it up. Makes sure the fridge is stocked with bananas and chocolate milk (crucial, haha). If enough time, Sherpa gets to hang out at the beach while they swim.
Post lunch grocery store run. Follow up with emails, Triathlon work, etc. Run any other errands needed. Maybe break lose mid day to go the beach again for an hour. Hehe.
Early evening is a bike and/or run workout. Sherpa gets dinner ready or arranges dinner plans. If okay with boss of course.
Late evening dinner, clean up, debrief on porch, eat a snack. Bed!
THE END.
And now, pictures. The WORDLESS STUFF.
Lots of swims, lots of sweat, lots of stretching, and lots of scary beach hair. EEEK!
Oh my one food pic for the week, a favorite. Duck confit with bacon from Mahogany House. Ya, that’s good stuff right there. I need to learn how to make this.
Well, we’re back to Austin tomorrow. Then back to other work Friday. I’ve got healthy bites orders to fill and a dog waiting to be spoiled. Not to mention laundry laundry laundry.
Cheers to good travels!
LC
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I’m coming – have to go to the Bahamas for the Tri if it’s epic. You are really twisting my arm here.
The Duck confit looks yummy!
Christine @ Oatmeal Bowl recently posted..No DOMS after a Workout: Alignment May Be to Blame
totally!!! come on down! yeeehaw!
I’m coming down too!!!!
you must! no really! you’d lOOOOOOOOOOVE IT!
BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are lucky to have been able to go – thx for sharing! Amazing beauty!
Jody – Fit at 54 recently posted..Better Butt & Legs – Have them Screaming for More!
i know. There is just something about the ocean that makes all your worries go away.
“Working” vacay or no, sounds pretty darn nice
Allie recently posted..What I Ate (in a Rut) Wednesday
this is true. #spoiled
fun, fabulous and fantastic
Amanda @RunToTheFinish recently posted..RMR Testing Results
wanna come race?
I love love love the Bahamas. Beautiful!!
Your hair is cracking me up. The combination of the heat, humidity, and salty air does something special
Heather recently posted..And then, I almost died from afraid: Knott’s Scary Farm
i’m scared to wash my hair now. It’s that bad. LOL
Aww man! Back home already? Looks like it’s been a busy busy fun fun beachy beachy week!
Christine @ Love, Life, Surf recently posted..What I learned at FitBloggin’
i know, can we have another fitbloggin this weekend so i can go there next? I’m spoiled. LOL
Aaaah so fun!
Kierston recently posted..WIAW: BirthDAY Edition!
Sounds like an utterly fabulous way to work, my friend. Nice job balancing sherpa’ing with a LITTLE R&R. Needed!! Safe travels home dear!
jobo recently posted..Embracing the current season of my life.
hard not to complain with a work view like that
safe travels back to Austin, I got laundry to do too, fun times.
Sherpa is amazing with the balance of work and relaxing!
Purelytwins recently posted..single serving baked thin mint cake
I need a sherpa to stock my fridge with bananas and chocolate milk. Know anyone?
I can’t promise beautiful views like that, but… I’ll bake cookies!
Amanda @ .running with spoons. recently posted... treating yourself and a typical tuesday… .
sold. How about some coffee to go with that?
so fun!!! safe travels back to Austin!
Bre recently posted..get it together…
I have added that triathlon to my bucket list. I would love to race there some day! Wishing you a safe stress free travel home.
Beth @ Miles and Trials recently posted..5 Feet of Focus
yes!! and then we’ll fly back to NM with you for more tri training. right?
Sounds like a great plan to me!
I’m a duck confit freak! It looks so good!
It’s so cool you get to spend so much time in the Bahamas. I’m jealous
Natalie @ will jog for food recently posted..Bun in the Oven
and this one had real bacon on it. HEAVEN!!!
What a fabulous sounding work trip! I want your job! Why can’t my kids have field trips to the Bahamas that I’d have to chaperone?! And it sounds like you are really present and absorb every wonderful moment. Awesomeness
greengirlrunning recently posted..PRing with DEAN KARNAZES!!!
i think you kids school need a bahamas trips to look at sand, yes?
I know that I should be raving about the beach and the Bahamas and tropical bliss, but DUDE. Duck confit?!?! Lord have mercy.
Katie recently posted..Hardly a recipe
not gonna lie, it was the highlight of my trip. Freakin fabulous and it had uncurred bacon on it. Dang!
Sounds like a pretty darn good work trip
And glad you got to enjoy the beach a bit too!!!
shall i visit your beach next?
I think I’d fit in perfectly because I ALWAYS have crazy beach hair…even though I live in Nebraska.
Sounds like you guys had lots of fun in between working out and eating!
Amanda @ Diary of a Semi-Health Nut recently posted..{WIAW #40} Des Moines, Iowa Foodie Fun
ahh but i love your hair! its beach babe worthy!!
I love beach hair…. nothing better! Salty salty beach hair.
Lou recently posted..paint ‘em gold and get over it.
oh yes, salty and sandy. Good for the hair, right?
Life is rough, eh?
Raina recently posted..Fall Favorites
we get by with a little help from our friends… hehe
GIRL I SO SO SO SO LIVE VICARIOUSLY.
Miz recently posted..Blog reading: fun relaxation or necessary evil?
and i through you. Blessings all around! <3
p.s.
Meet up soon?
I didn’t realize you were coming back to TX so quickly! I’ll take beach hair any day
Have a safe travel back home, Lindsay.
Paige @ Your Trainer Paige recently posted..Magazine Worthy Thoughts {Thoughts on That Thursday}
thank you friend. Back to rolling balls (aka healthy bites) soon. hehe
Wow it looks so beautiful!!! Enjoy your last day! What a stunning office!
i think we all need an office like this. But then again, we might not ever work. LOL
What a fabulous way to spend vacation!! No thinking about laundry while still on vacay though!
Patty recently posted..Back.
You look like you had an awesome time! What a great work trip HAHA!! It includes things I love the beach ocean. Must visit there
. The duck confit… YUM!! I need to make another Healthy Bites order too LOL! Have a safe trip back to Austin & God Bless You!! 
Beautiful pictures and I wish I could come race in the Bahamas, even thought it’s pretty much the worst for my distaste of heat & humidity in racing.
Heather @ Better With Veggies recently posted..Scenes from Breckenridge Oktoberfest
That is one beautiful beach!!
Rach recently posted..DIY: Organizing Earrings
You are so the queen sherpa! In other words…AWESOME! Have a safe trip home my friend!
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) recently posted..Salty Sweet (a Metaphor for my Monday)
LOVE the beach hair! It’s not creepy at all. I am not going to lie, I was kind of surprised to see you like duck. It’s so darn good. I will order it whenever it’s on the menu, cause it’s one of those things I don’t cook myself. xoxo
She Rocks Fitness recently posted..Chilly Mornings + Warm Afternoons + WIAW = pure bliss
okay, we must go get duck when you are here! K?
I could totalllly get used to sherpa-life in the Bahamas, I’m pretty sure. Safe travels my dear!
Jess recently posted..#everytime
i think you deserve a lie on the beach after your marathon. Bahamas are calling your name!
Gorrrrrrrgeous pictures!!!! I would love to work in the Bahamas
Brittany @ GOtheXtraMile recently posted..WIAW–Best Combo Ever
and you should! youre so close!
ooh I wish I were in the Bahamas. Or any beach would really do at this point.
Welcome back to TX!
Alysia @ Slim Sanity recently posted..let’s goooooo!
besides galveston. hehe. Yuck. COme visit austin!
Bill and I are jelous! yes we know it is work but what a fabulous way to work….doing what you love and learning and sharing and living along the way. You incredible spirit is what is bringing these opportuities to you and James
kalli recently posted..Superbuzzy
oh thank you friend. We are trying to embrace any and all opportunity.
Looks like a wonderful time! You rocked the beach hair
Stacie @ Snaps and Bits recently posted..50 Shades Of Fitness
Hmm the Bahamas aren’t that far from me… I could definitely see myself doing a tri there!! Especially after seeing all these beautiful pictures!
Tara recently posted..New Blog?
yes yes, do it! so fun!
Loving this! You make such a beautiful Beach Sherpa.
Travel home safe my friend.
Rachelle recently posted..Post Marathon Blues – Filling the Void
You most certainly make for the most beautiful beach Sherpa my friend! Safe travels
Tessa at Amazing Asset recently posted..WIAW- When Stressed
thank you friend. I could use a side kick ya know? hehe
oh yes! duck confit is the bomb! specially with a good crispy outside/juicy inside…
Adri {Food-N-Thought} recently posted..MOVED. NEW HOME UP!
totally, crispy goodness. oh man, drooling again.
Oh man, I wish my work came with a side of Bahamas!
I’m lucky that I get to live vicariously through you though! I’m not sure what the Hubs would do without Sherpa; she’s a rockstar!
Love the photos–absolutely stunning scenery. And your “scary” beach hair? Gorgeous! Many women pay hundreds of dollars so that they can pull off that look.
I’m so glad you’ve been enjoying yourself, Lindsay. Soak up a little extra sun for me. <3 xoxo
Sara @ Nourish and Flourish recently posted..New York City Snapshots
next time i am picking you up on the way down there, k?
Running + The Bahamas? Who could really say no to that?
not us! we were on it in a flash!