Ironman Kids Race

It was Ironman time once again and not the Super Hero.  The race that blows my mind that so many people come to town to participate in.  This year flyers went with the kids inviting them to participate in a kids run the night before.  Ryder begged to do it.  A mile wasn't that far.  He even tried convincing the sisters to come too.  They refused rather loudly and no amount of begging could change their minds.

5:30 was the check in time and surprise!!! it was raining!!!  Jackets & umbrellas in hand we headed off to the tent.

Shirt & Number

Photo Op
A must stop!!!

Headed to the starting line.
He found a friend Blake (Mrs. Wilson's son)

Starting Line Crowd
Time for a quick smile and a few words
of encouragement.

They made it the one mile run.
and
very hot & sweaty, but all smiles.

The main finish line for tomorrow's race.
This boy was all smiles.

It wasn't that hard Mom and I want to do it again next year.  Were the two statements he made all the way home.  The rain stopped just before the race started which made it perfect outside.  The sea of orange was amazing and they succeed in their goal of 2,000 participants to set a world record.