This morning we drove about a half-hour south of Austin to San Marcos, Texas, where the “Country Roads 10k and Kids Run” is hosted. We didn’t know if Audrey would be up for running because she has been so sick for the last few days. This morning I woke up thinking that Jeana was going to have to go alone to her 10k. Then, we decided it would be worth it to take the chance. In the end, I’m so glad we got the girls up and went.
Jeana ran her best 6 miles, finishing the entire 10k at 58:48. I wish I could have done it with her. We saw two other couples who had their kids in jog strollers. Jeana almost loaded up the Burley this morning but I told her not to worry about it. Oh well, we’ll remember for next year.
Jeana finished about 1 minute before Audrey’s group was ready to start. Audrey, #123, did so awesome! At the beginning of her race she sprinted away from the starting line with Jeana at her side. I was worried that Audrey would start coughing along the way and not do so well. Kate and I walked up the last bit of the loop to see where Audrey and Jeana were. I saw Jeana come around the corner carrying Audrey. Then Jeana put her down, and when Kate and I started cheering, Audrey started running again. At the finish line, a lot of people that were there started cheering for Audrey and she finished strong and ran the last little bit. We were both so proud of her! Go Audrey!
Audrey was given a medal (all the kid participants received one) as she crossed the finish line. She looks so cute with it on!
Way to go Jeana and Audrey. We are very proud of you.
What a great day to remember…is this the beginning of your future marathoner?
Well, hopefully it’s the beginning of a lot of fun races together. Next year we’ll all do it!
Very cute pictures! Good job Audrey!