Rain Day Run

The boys pulled out their running shoes (what training??) and ran for the Rain Day Fun Run.  All three completed the one mile course!!  Will's first run found this assertive four year old sprinting at the starting line and then shouting "So long slowpoke" to the runners he passed by.  His runner partner (aka Daddy) kindly suggested that perhaps he ought to tone it down a little as they may pass him by later on.

Will finished around 25th in a pack of 50...the first 4 year old to finish!  He placed fourth as his category was 5 and under and apparently there are some speedy 5 year olds around.  Ben also did a great job completing first in the family.  He blew his running partner (aka Mommy) away at the end as she breathlessly shouted, "Go ahead Ben.  Run. Be free."  Ben finished fourth in his category of 6-7 year olds.  Ethan brought home the trophy this year placing third in 8-9 year olds.  His running partner (aka cousin Garrett) kept him focused and on track pushing through the pain. 

All in all a positive experience and hopefully good motivator for the boys to continue healthy exercise habits.  I think it is good for them to know they CAN run a mile. 

Go team Maxwell!!

Happy belated 4th

We sparkled.

 We shined.

  We flashed.

  We oohed and ahhed.

  We danced.

 

 

 

And watched our first drive-in movie in our jammas.

 

Good friends = Good times.