Sunday, April 11, 2010

Ie Island Half Marathon

This Saturday it had been six weeks since Juno was born and that meant that, according to the doctors, Holly was clear to excercise. So, to celebrate she ran the Ie Island Half Marathon with her friend Amy...

Ferry Ride to Ie Island




Picking Up their Running Packets and Goodies

Instead of receiving a power bar in her race goodie bag like on previous races that Holly has run in the States, all runners at the Ie Island half marathon received a celebratory alcoholic beverage for after the race.



Opening Ceremonies and the Flower-lined Finishing Path



Juniper Celebrated the Day by Growing More Chins



Juniper Wising Holly Luck



And They're Off

We thought you might enjoy seeing the start of the race. We are offering a big prize to anyone who can find Holly in the crowd.





Waiting for Holly at the Finish Line





At the Finish Line



Holly and Juniper Celebrating the Completion of the Race

7 comments:

melFeldt photography said...

Yay, Holly. Next time... really, I'll be ready! Hope you and Amy had fun. That's a great thing to take part in. Makes me wish I did it too! The celebration cracked me up...only a mother would know! :)

Jodi B. said...

Wow, Juni is such a chunky-bum! I love it! Way to go Holly, you're awesome!

Jay & Pat said...

Holly Anna, you never cease to amaze me. I've always been so proud of you. Love, Dad

Daisy Chick said...

All I can say is your are Awesome.

moaspen said...

Whoa. I was definitely not 1/2 marathon ready 6 weeks after mine. You're my new hero! well done!
~shiloh

Dahle Family said...

That is so awesome you were able to do it. I wish i had been able to take part as well, but there is always next time. You are so great.

The Kaspers of Logan said...

Holly is a STUD!