Gobbler Grind 1/2 Marathon

Today I accomplished something that 1 year ago never even crossed my mind as something I would ever do in my lifetime. I ran a half marathon! Whoa, I still can't believe I did it, but I am so proud of myself. I felt really good almost the entire way too. Miles 6-8 were the hardest for me, but by mile 10 I was ready to kick it in gear and finish it up. I ended up finishing in 2 hours and 15 minutes which I couldn't be happier with. My goal was 2 hours and 20 minutes. I'm definitely feeling it right now though, and I'm sure I'll hurt tomorrow too. I would like to thank all my friends and family for being so supportive through all the nights of training I've been doing the last 3 months. I couldn't have done it without any of you. You know what the best feeling about this was? Seeing my husband, my boys and my best friends at the finish line. I honestly couldn't have asked for anything more. I am so blessed.

When I realized my dearest friend, Cori, came down to watch me finish I started crying. It truly meant the world to me.

Starting to tighten up... OUCH!

These boys are the reason I did this!

Won't Be Long...

And my 3 year old will be smarter than me.

When we drive home from school we always have "learning" conversations, not because I make him, but I guess Booker's mind is still in "learning" mode. Anyways, after going through every object he could see and telling me what letter it starts with, our conversation went like this:

Me: "Booker, do you know what one plus one is?" I honestly just asked, thinking I could teach him something new.

Booker: "One plus one equals two."

Me: "What does 1 + 2 equal?"

Booker: "1 + 2 equals 3."

He knew 1+1, 1+2, 1+3, 2+2, and 2+3!!! I couldn't even believe it! I just adore Tots N Tales, they are constantly teaching my boys things I didn't know until Kindergarten or 1st grade!

Halloween 2009

Optimus Prime & Superman

Fierce

Super fast Superman!

Annual Kids @ Halloween

Besides Looking Cute

What has Bodey been up to lately? Well, learning his ABCs and how to count! Not bad, if I do say so myself.

Love to Hear What He Has to Say

Booker is always saying something that makes me laugh. Here are three that I can think of from tonight.

"If you break your knee you need an x-ray."

"Mom, when I get older and bigger like you, I'm going to run with you." I loved hearing that!

And some background for this one... we live across from the highschool and Friday nights are the football games. When we get a touchdown, they let off fireworks. Booker was in bed when we the fireworks went off and both Dusty and I both heard a voice from his bedroom yell, "Touchdown!"

I love this age. You just never know what he's going to say next!

Quote of the Day

"Mom, I just don't feel good."

"Why, honey, what's wrong?"

"These hiccups are killin' me!" - Booker, Age 3

Happy 3rd Birthday Bodey!

Ok, so Bodey's still only 2, but yesterday was a very emotional day for me. I have been dreading getting Bodey's hair cut for one main reason. I knew it would take any and all baby he had left in him away from me. I knew that he would all of a sudden become a big boy once he got his hair cut. And, I was right. I think he looks a whole year older now. Don't get me wrong, I love his new doo, but it's also so sad to realize how grown up he's getting. But, every time I look at this picture I just smile from ear to ear. Love that little man!