31 July 2011

Chicago South Shore Triathlon

There's something incredibly moving about watching your child take another first. This time, it was his first triathlon.

Not wanting him to feel any performance pressure, all we talked about was having fun. Crossing the finish line, he definitely looked like he enjoyed it. As the awards started, we picked up our things and headed home. Ironically, when I checked the results on the drive home, he took 2nd Place!


Pre-race talk from Dad--explaining the course and calming the nerves.



Last check-in prior to the start. Although the words of wisdom might be given the other way around next time...Dad took 3rd place and his mini-me took 2nd. Way to go guys!







We found a "transition" that he enjoys...

04 July 2011

Let Freedom Ring

Sharing some of my favorite 4th of July photos from today and from years' past.
Happy Birthday, America!