Akron Marathon Kids Fun Run 2013

The Akron Marathon Kids Fun Run was on Saturday, September 28th. We headed out early and met up with the Griesmyers and Smiths. While we were waiting for the race to start lots more friends from church and momsclub joined us and we had quite a group going.

Watching the pre-race festivities. 

Rykker and Brigham joined us, too.

Hazel kept holding Gary's fingers and Eli was trying to get her to hold his hand as well.

Bekah and Lesli taking it easy before the race.

To keep the kids from going stir crazy, Cody had them run back and forth from a lamp post.
Race them before the race. Well done, Cody.

Pepper fell on one of the lamp post races so she needed a little extra love.
Thought the chimney stacks made for a cool shot.

When in doubt hand slapping game.

Morgan got a hold of the camera.

At least it kept them entertained for awhile.

Finally, getting ready to race after waiting a VERY long time!

Starting line.

And their off!

Lesli and Lafe going strong.

Scott and Leo from Momsclub.

I managed to run most of it and catch up with Cody to give him the camera. 

Look at that air!

Nearing the finish line.

Such a trooper!

Bekah pulling in with Eli and the girls. Crazy lady even tried to run for awhile! Can't slow this pregnant lady down!

After we finished the race and got our goodie bags, we had to race back across town to get Morgan to his soccer practice. Not an easy feat considering all the roads blocked off downtown but we managed to make it and get him there in time for the team photo.

Hazel kept stealing soccer balls and running on the field. This little lady keeps us on our toes! Cody even had to fish her out of the goal at one point.

Saying "cheese."

Cody's killer outfit was my favorite part of the whole day!!!!

This was our 5th year running the Fun Run. I love this family tradition and look forward to many more to come!!!