And they’re off!

The 31st South High Marathon has officially begun! After a rousing start by resident alums and screams that nearly “shooke the rafters” the dancers took to the floor. We are now about two hours into the dance…only about 26 to go. Freshman dancers had a special eductaional session with Anson and Chaz so they could properly learn the Marathon classics like “Cotton-Eyed Joe” and “The Gator.” The dancers formed their human puzzle on the floor and then they were on their feet, alongside Bugs Bunny, and Daffy Duck.

This blog is about an hour late, as record numbers of alumni had to meet for an info session about an hour ago. We’re very excited to see the amazing turnout by the class of 2007 and are sure they will fit perfectly into our alumni fam.

The dancers are busy at work now, but will soon go change into their first costume of the night. Everything’s up and running smoothly…and the energy is high!

We’ll be back to blog again in three hours at midnight. Perhaps I shall bring you a guest blogger?

On a personal note, we are incredibly happy to have one particular first-year alumni who was a patient at Sloan-Kettering just hours ago. She’s a diehard and a truly spirited girl. We all hold high hopes for her health and are ecstatic to see her smiling hospital mask!! Love you, M.L.