Haleigh's Grand Prix Car

A few weekends ago we had nothing planned.  All weekend we were just looking for some fun things to do as a family.  Mark ran out and got a few games that would engage us all from youngest to oldest.  We got caught up on some reading.  We took naps.  We watched football.  It was a great weekend of rest and relaxation.  However, Monday came with a reminder in my inbox.  "Don't forget AWANA Grand Prix cars are to be turned in this Wednesday for the official weigh in."  Wow, what a great way to fill some "daddy/ daughter time" during our "what are we going to do next" weekend.  Oh well, too late now.  
I forwarded Mark the email with a subject title of "ugh :(" His response, "Please ask Haleigh if she really wants to do this.  You know we aren't very good at this.  Remember last year, the cars didn't even cross the finish line and the girls were so sad."  
With wide eyes Haleigh said, "Please tell Daddy it really does mean a lot to me!"  
"OK then get the stuff we need and we'll do it if she really wants to."
After we finished our CC day we rushed off to Hobby Lobby then to AC Moore to get our needed supplies. We also used our "phone a friend" option and got many pointers from Aunt Becky and family. (They are seasoned Grand Prix racers with many medals to show for it.)

Please don't strain your eyes on the actual race picture.  Of the four pictures I took this was the clearest because Haleigh was jumping up and down cheering the whole time.)
 
Yeah!! This past Wednesday was finally race night for Haleigh.  She raced in two heats and came in first and second.  (Did you catch that?  We crossed the finish line both times!!!)   Overall she didn't end up with a medal BUT  Mark and I were elated.  AND Haleigh did get to go on a date to Smoothie King with her Daddy after the races were all over! 

... this Wednesday Sophie's car is to be weighed in and Mackenzie races a match box car with her Cubby friends.  Stayed tuned for those posts...