Joyfully Weary

For the last couple of years Mini Man has been begging for me and him to run a race together. The goal was to do it last summer but BabyZ  put a wrench in things.  This summer I was determined to cross it off our to do list. We signed up and ran the  Color Vibe in Rockford last month. It's was the perfect first race for kids...it's only a 5K, the entry fee was cheap ($25 and kids under 12 run free), and it's a very laid back event. I had plans for Mini Man and I to train but we never got around to it. I have yet to figure out how to work a fitness routine back in to my schedule after having BabyZ. Mini Man is a born runner though and I was getting nervous because for the first mile he kept asking me, "mommy can we go speed now!?" I was struggling to keep up with him so I was thrilled when he finally slowed down. We had to walk once but for no training I was pretty pleased...after walking for a bit Mini Man was ready to sprint again. 

This was a good summer. It was also a hard summer. As I get older, I've realized that most good things come with their share of hardship. Most of our energy this summer has gone to painting our house.  my children are all pretty much fearless. this makes proud and terrifies me at the same time. we spent a lot time at Lowes  There are a still a few things that need to be touched up (storm windows, sealing the porches, etc) but we are pretty much done! It looks amazing and has made me fall in love with our house all over again. Can't wait to tackle some more of the landscaping next summer.  before picture after!!!! and a few more after shots