Our Little Athletes

When we heard Brooklynn's school was hosting a mini kids triathlon we just knew we had to participate!  Of course Steve and I were much more excited than the girls (especially Brooklynn).  Although Brooklynn is active and loves to play outside, she doesn't enjoy exerting herself and getting sweaty.  (Of course when I was her age I dreaded P.E. class, so she may change).  Then came the dreary weather forecast - cold and rainy!  We knew we were in for some major complaining!

We left Ady at home, because we wanted to make sure we could participate with both girls.  We started our journey by biking to the aquatic center in the cold, wet wind.  We were surprised to see so many kids and families participating.  Then it was go time.  Brooklynn only swam, because Chandler just hates to wear a life vest, and we knew it'd be disastrous.  

Getting ready.......

 Brooklynn was awesome at the swimming portion (with daddy by her side)

 Then it was off to the bikes and riding in the cold with wet hair.  Uh oh!  Brooklynn and Steve left us in the dust, but Chandler did so well on her tiny bike with training wheels.  It was a lot of pedaling for her tiny legs!

After biking a half-mile or so, they had to run around the school, which Brooklynn, again, did with ease.  As she crossed the finish line she received her medal, which she was so proud of and even wore to school the next day.  

I was so proud of the girls and their tenacity.  Brooklynn was even one of the top finishers for her age!  It always seems that when you underestimate kids they somehow surprise you!  It was a great family event and we can't wait until next year's race.  Maybe next year we'll add some training sessions.