Cobb, Corn on the

Memorial Day and the official welcome of summer 2009 introduced Charlie to everyone's favorite, Corn on the Cobb.

Like Brother, Like Sister:

... here is Alli at the same age, way-back-when in 2007,

finding her love for Corn on the Cobb too!

Alli's First Race!

Alli ran her first race this morning, a fundraiser for the Oakland Children's Hospital. She loves to run, because "Running is good exercise, right Mommy?" so we thought this was the perfect opportunity for her to get some practice. The day dawned foggy and misty and by racetime it was an absolute monsoon! Alli was a trooper and did the race anyway, though much of her running was distracted while she rubbed the water out of her eyes, poor thing! She has motivation now, though, she was thrilled with the Finisher's Ribbon, the free t-shirt, the free Nike Dri-Fit shirt (she hasn't taken this off since the race!), and goodie bag filled with sports bottle and other goodies. She can't wait for her next race (hopefully it'll be drier!).

Mommy pinning on Alli's first race bib!

Alli peeking at the rain from under her umbrella

Daddy doing a little pre-race coaching!

Walking back to the car with her racer's goodie bag - she doesn't mind the rain now!