Cross Country

I couldn't believe it when Spencer said he wanted to run Cross Country in high school. First of all, he loves hockey, and he really only liked the actual games (practice was boring). Plus he never wanted to run track in middle school. He just finished his season, and he's really glad he did it. It was hard but very rewarding.

Dave and I went to most of his races - we just missed one. There were a lot of friends from church on his team, and I had fun visiting with the other moms.

The little kids and I mostly stayed in one place and cheered him a couple of times when he ran by. But Dave did what HIS cross country coach did and ran to multiple places throughout the course. He averaged about 5 spots per race. It really took him back to his high school and college races, and he loved it.  

I was a little worried that his asthma would get in the way, but it never did. He did puke after 2 of the races, though. They were after lunch.

Morro Bay Invitational  - this was his favorite race. The weather was cool, and he passed a lot of people on the sand. 

 There's Dave, cheering him on! He always looks up the course the night before or got a map when we arrived so he'd know where the best spots were.

Although he's glad he ran, he is really enjoying coming home right after school. He's got all kinds of time on his hands! He and Dave are trying to run together now. They're gearing up for a turkey trot next week.

Last night was the awards ceremony. All the runners talked about their highlights from the season. Spencer was funny, of course. The varsity boys and girls are both on track to go to state. If they both go, it will be the first time in the school's history. They have some great coaches!