Today was a big day for Daddy and me. We ran 10 miles at our favorite race. Together. Without you. And without walking (except while drinking water at the stations). We have run no more than six times and no farther than five miles at once since you arrived. Finishing this race was a huge accomplishment!
You came out to cheer us on. Grandma and Grandpa hauled you and your stroller around the course to see us at key mile markers. They've been to a number of our races and are seasoned cheerleaders. They knew just what to do, and they trained you well.
Grandma (or Grammy, as I've started calling her) made signs for you to hold and wave. These signs were instrumental in finding you on the sidelines at miles 1 and 5, and the finish line. Look how fresh Daddy and I look in the pre-race photo.
We look pretty beat in the post-race picture. Hey, I said that we finished the 10-mile course. It was not without extreme effort.
One of our favorite memories is sprinting toward the finish line and seeing you recognize us and beam at us from the sidelines. You truly helped us to finish strong, Cupcake!
You wore your running outfit, your shirt that says, "Someday, I'll run like my mommy."
You loved Daddy's sign.
You were a huge motivator, Mason. Thanks to you, Grandma, and Grandpa for cheering us on!
Happy running.
Love,
Mommy
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