Santa's video to Charlie

Santa's video to Charlie
http://www.portablenorthpole.tv/watch/guest/JrUtTTloAwJbprMLqi9FWQ

Questions to moms of multiples

Being parents to multiples, nonetheless 3 boys, we get a lot of "you've got your hands full" or "wow" or "did you plan you that?"
This video provides some insight into what I think when I get these questions. :o)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tT-lgB_HGEE

Thanksgiving

Yesterday was an awesome day at our house. We had 20 folks for dinner and enjoyed yet another fried turkey cooked by my dad. Everyone brought a dish or two which took the stress off. I love that Charlie, Matt and Will will have Thanksgiving memories with their cousins for many years to come.

I was the oven master which meant determining how to get everything hot at one time. This is a talent that I have yet to master... And already have ideas for next year. But in reality, my husband put together the mac and cheese and the corn pudding. All I did was heat the oven (and regrettably the microwave at times). As I reflected at the end of the day, I thought of my Grandma Boaz and my Grandma Wood. How many meals did they cook multiple dishes for lots of people and manage to get them ready all at one time? I will say I may prefer my method of having each person bring a thing or two, but I now really understand years later what an accomplishment each holiday meal was that my grandmother and mom prepared.

Race Day

This past Saturday was the Richmond 8K. The whole week leading up was pretty exciting. I loved going to the expo Thursday and seeing all the Race gear and runners. Quickly, I realized, my journey in training was not too unique, and I was one of many 'old joes' that would be participating. I think I was more nervous whether I would wake up on time, find parking or have trouble navigating through the city! Thankfully, the kids spent the night at the Grandparents and I had Jon as my lackey/chauffeur/photographer/personal assistant/storage unit!

The race itself was quite interesting. I realized quickly that I had underestimated my time along with 2 of my other mother runner girls, starting too far in the back. The first 10 minutes or so, we spent most of our time weaving through walkers. We eventually got a rhythm , and carried on as usual. I was really relieve to be running with 2 other runners who kept me entertained with work stories, Thanksgiving plans, etc. It made the time pass quickly. Towards the end, we spotted 2 other Mother Runners up and ahead and caught up to finish together. Coming downhill on Cary Street was a great finish.

This is a picture of the "Mother Runners (including coaches)" before the race at 6:30 a.m. in front of the capital.


That's me coming down Cary Street in a SKIRT!

Lisa, Kenisha and me post race with our medals. Charlie said he was glad I was a winner :0)
Post race

I'm really thankful to have found such a fun group and have signed up for the winter maintenance program. Next up the Monument 10K.

Happy Veterans Day!

I remembered that I had this picture of my papa or Sgt. David Boaz and his unit from 1944. They led General Patton across France.

It really is amazing that those in service willingly put themselves in danger, put their lives on hold and leave their families. I personally can't imagine making that sacrifice and am truly grateful for those people that volunteer or willingly go when drafted.
Thanks to my Dad, Ken, my uncle Joe, my Papa and the many others that have served.

More Halloween

"What are you looking at?"


Batman and partner in crime (Greta has never worn a costume until this year. Can you guess who picked it out?)

1st stop had full size candy bars, score!