Pumpkin Run

In the middle of October Ian decided he wanted to run the Pumpkin Run.  We were all pretty excited about it because this would be his second race - he ran the Mayors run last May.  The week before the run Ian's knee started to really hurt him.  We had no idea why - we went to the doctor and did blood work and everything was fine.  So the day of the race we were a little worried because he was really not even completely walking on it but he wanted to do it so we figured it would be a good teaching moment. 

So we arrived and found Ryder (Ian's cousin) right away!

Then shortly Brandon (Ian's friend) showed up.  Look at those three - they are going to break some hearts in the future - such cute kids!

Then daddy and Ian got ready at the starting line.

And they are off!

This is one of the final turns where Borne and I sat watching.  I think the look on Ian's face says it all.  Chris said he was getting really tired and just wanted to stop but Chris pushed him a little bit and he was able to run the entire race.  Although Chris was probably dragging him at times!

I was able to catch Ryder at the finish line - Brandon was too fast so I missed him. 

Then Ian came in.  We did not pay attention to the time too much at the Mayor's Run but we are pretty sure he beat his time even with the hurt knee.  So it was a good morning!

This event was very well organized and I have to say a great event.  I think there was just under 3,000 kids that ran it and they expect even more next year.  We'll be back!  And I know Borne was itching to get out there so in two more years he'll probably see him blazing a trail.