On Your Marks...Get Set....

GOOOOOO! Sydney competed in her first official race. It was the Fairhaven 15K. True, she did the race last year (in utero), but this time she experienced it in the larger world.

Sydney had great support from her dad, who was behind her every step of the way. And I mean that quite literally! But, without breaking a sweat, she strolled across the finish line in style, ready for the after-race festivities. And Sydney's last impressive dash at the end allow her to edge out her dad at the finish line...by a buggy wheel! Dad was very proud of her :)

Fortunately, or unfortunately (depending on how you look at it), the course for the race went through Boulevard Park. This might not mean much to most people...a nice view at best. But, to Sydney's dad, this meant a direct path to Woods Coffee. Being highly tempted, he asked her if it was ok to make a stop...(not even go inside, just a minute at the outside pickup window). To him, this seemed to be a wasted opportunity, especially since the running stroller had not just one, but two, cupholders. To her credit, Sydney had the discipline to maintain her pace and ambition to finish the race and convinced her dad to keep going. What a trooper!!!

Although I haven't seen the official results yet, I have concluded that Sydney may have taken first in two categories...the Under 9 Month category, and the Mobile Baby Unit category. My assumption of her ranking is due to the fact that neither Karen nor I saw any other babies or strollers, whatsoever. I guess Sydney was the lone representative of youthful vigor and determination.

After the race, and a brief interaction with her toys, she finally passed out from exhaustion. She later rehydrated to make sure her muscles were not stiff the next day.

Besides the race, Sydney got to visit with her friends Maggie, David, and Lili Friday night. She had a great time, and looks forward to the next time she can chew on their furniture and play Mario Kart.

Tip #9: Eating Out
When eating out, be sure to sit next to other people that have a baby. When your baby makes a loud annoying noise, you can look at the other table and act appalled. Be convincing and play it off as if ‘there kid’ is the source of the disruption. This will draw attention away from you and make for a more pleasurable dining experience for you and your family.

Have a nice week everyone!!!