Apple Races

Today was the apple races at school. Such a sad event for most...the kids all dread it and some cry or beg to not go to school, others freak out when they can't breathe after running, others don't care and walk, others try to beat their previous time....or perhaps don't want to disappoint parents and teachers....oh the pressure for those little legs to run 650 yards! It is far!

There are always those that naturally are runners that sprint the whole thing...not to be confused with the beginning of the race when EVERYONE is sprinting for the first 100 yards then quickly die off..:)

Of course my girls fit into a few of these categories, but they always do great. They are great runners. Not the fastest at distance, but set a good pace and don't kill themselves trying to do what they can't, or aren't trained to do. I was proud watching them do something that they are required to do, even though it may not be fun and even though they may be apprehensive due to pressure and time. Life is full of doing hard things. I am glad they are already to starting to conquer..even in Elementary!

They all did mom and dad proud! Great job girls! It was a cold one there today!
(You may have to click on it (enlarging it) to see the girls :)