Steamboat Race

Taylor went for another run at the 4 mile with the Steamboat Festival. He didn't improve his time so he figures he's getting old already. But then there wasn't much training before the race this year either and it was only a minute more. Jacqie and the kids were there to cheer him on....
And enjoy the goodies afterwards - Benjamin's favorite part!

Happy Birthday

Abie has recently become quite excited with birthdays. It started with Great-Grandma Warren's celebration in January. Since then she has insisted on reading Rabbit's Perfect Party every night before going to bed. So it was quite the excitement when Taylor's birthday was recently celebrated. A cake was made, balloons were blown up and a sign painted - just like in the book. As well as cards made and presents wrapped. Needless to say it was a day that everyone was happy about, especially Taylor!

Entering the Race

Taylor finally makes the front page! Saturday morning was the big day. He entered the Steamboat Classic 4 mile race in Peoria. It was a huge event (over 2000 competitors) that even included a couple people training for this year's olympics. While it was his first race since...high school? he finished in the top quarter, averaging just under 8 minute miles. With the little RFID tag (radio frequency identification) that each runner was issued tracked the exact start & finish as well as each mile marker along the way. Abie enjoyed clapping & cheering for the racers as we observed the event from the side line. Taylor admitted afterwards that he was the loudest person crossing the finish line & really pushed himself. But then it was nearly 90 degrees by the time he finished at 7:30 am!

(Taylor seen in the wet gray shirt, center of photo)