Eagle Mountain Utah North Stake 5k and 1k

Jonny (19:11?), Melody and Evy (24:30), Julia and Gabe (1k)

There wasn't a huge turnout at this race, but our ward members represented all the way. Jonny was second male overall and I was second female overall. (I was beat by little Makayla Pitcher by only a few seconds. I am amazed at how fast these kids can run! She and I were back and forth the entire race. It was fun to chat every now and then. She was awesome.) So, yes, Eagle's Gate ward is the defending champ. Sweet.

Evy was attentive and happy the whole race. Even though there was quite a bit of uphill, I didn't feel that the  stroller was slowing me down excessively. Perhaps it added about a minute to my time, but it was worth it to see Evy's sweet smile as I ran.

Julia and Jonny ran the 1k together while Gabe, Evy, and I slowly made our way. Gabe was tired of running after only a minute or two. So we pretended we were various animals - a tiger chasing bird, a dragon chasing a rabbit, etc. It really got him running! Fun.

Alpine Days 5k and Toddler Trot

Jonny (19:46), Melody (23:30), Julia, Gabe, Dad, Mom, Amber, Cami, Drew, Julie

Another year, another 5k in Alpine. Always a lovely course. But it seemed more challenging to me this time. Strange, because it is the first time since Julia was born that I have run this one without pushing any kids. (Katy watched all three at the park nearby.) I missed my buddies, but enjoyed the freedom - especially on the uphill. I really tried to push myself, which wasn't easy since I haven't been running a whole lot since Evy was born exactly three months ago. But I came in at a great time and even placed first in my age group. As did Jonny! Mom, Dad, Cami, and Drew also placed. 

The kids were really looking forward to this race. Julia tripped at one point but was a trooper and finished strong! Gabe wanted me to carry him for the last little bit, but after minimal encouragement he made it to the end on his own. Excellent. Now we are all exhausted after this early morning and ready to be in bed. It's 7 pm and the kids are asleep. Jonny and I will surely follow suit asap! (Wait a second, Julia just came out. Asap may be a little later than I had hoped...)

 Here we are being nerds and posing Olympic-style with our gold, silver, and bronze medals

 This is Gabe wanting the camera

 This is Julia not wanting her picture taken

 Here we are, ready for the Toddler Trot

 Gabe made it!

 Julia was all-too-excited for this lollipop

 See, Evy did join us. She is under there. Underwear?