Day 110: Run For Hope!

Today was race day and I am SO proud of both my husband and daughter. Daddy ran his very first 5k (3.1 miles) and did NOT stop, not once. And Skylar ran her first 1 mile race. She had to stop occasionally but each time she'd take off running again, she'd leave me in the dust. The girl can RUN. Watching her makes me wonder if she'll be a runner like me, but more of a sprinter then long distance runner. I could tell she was feeling defeated when people would pass her and she'd take off with such a look of determination. I tried my best to remind her that she doesn't need to come first...just run to have fun. She's only 4 for goodness sakes. When we came back towards the finish line, they had signs set up with names of children who are in foster care. I told Skylar to look at all of the signs and how many names were on there. I explained that each of those kids are living in a home without a mommy or daddy and that's why we run today. We are running to bring each of them hope. She said - really? They don't have a mommy? I'm not sure if it sunk in for her or not but I was SO proud of my girl for getting out there and truly giving it her best. She didn't quit and she ran her heart out!! Some fun pics...Here's some pre-race pics:

And here's daddy, running like a champ! Aunt Kelli took this pic and I'm so thankful since I didn't really have any pics of him from the day. I was so happy to see her on the sidelines cheering him on too because whether it's 1 mile or 20, its a HUGE accomplishment! Thank you, Aunt Kelli.

And here's the girl crossing the finish line. She was so happy to see that big yellow finish line sign and she gave it all she had!

Here she is again, showing off her very first medal! I couldn't be more proud of her and look forward to many more races that we can do together!

And of course this race just wouldn't be the same without my girls. I absolutely love my friends. We have cried together, laughed together, ran together, and even danced silly together. Our warm-up before the race was the "harlem shake" which is a silly thing trending right now. But just like one of my friends said "we are fun. And not one of us stood still when the music broke out. We all started dancing, regardless of those who weren't." LOVE THEM!

After our race, it was time to come home and relax a bit. Today was such a beautiful spring day and we enjoyed spending time out in the backyard with the babies. Nana and Papa came by and picked up Skylar (as promised) and poor bubba had a meltdown. He just would not stop crying and asking for "sissy." So we all got dressed, loaded up, and off to dinner for four! We were a bit worried how he would do since Skylar helps out in showing him how to behave at a restaurant but he did great! He loved having mama and daddy to himself! Well, aside from "eebah" but you hardly know she's there since she's so chill!

It was another blessed day and I'm so thankful for my health, my family, and my friendships. God pours out His blessings and His grace far more then I deserve.