They run up and down hills. On purpose. And they pay money to do it.
It sounds crazy, I know. Maybe it is crazy. But it also leads to a sense of accomplishment that makes it all worthwhile. We like proving to ourselves that we can do hard things.
When taken to the next level, this sense of accomplishment is shared when the hard things are done as a team. The bonds that are created when overcoming difficulties are some of the strongest there are.
And did I mention that it's fun? It is. Even if your body says otherwise for a couple days afterwords.
So, Here we are. The Road Hazards. Twelve people, two vans. All family or friends. About 200 miles. Oh yeah.
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| Van 1 |
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| Van 2 |
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| This sign on the van is more true than we would like to admit |
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| About thirty seconds before the start. |
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| A lot of the run was REALLY pretty |
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| Finishers! |
Good times. My legs are almost ready to consider doing it again.
After the run, most of us went over to my aunt Jill's home for swimming, hanging-out, and marshmallows around the fire. Besides celebrating our successful finish, I think it was really neat being with everyone.
I have a really cool family.
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While I was off galloping around the countryside, Rachel was hanging out with her mom. Here are some pictures of her visit:
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| Story time |
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| Playhouse |
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| And of course, dress-up clothes. Lots of fun at Grandma's house. |
Thanks for posting it! Great pictures and writing!
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