Melissa, from Expressions Custom Signs, made fabulous event signage and was an event sponsor. She had a great booth at the vendors' market as well. Her son, Kameron, shows off one of her creations.
Joel showed up for some "uncle time" and played with Giovanni & Dominic so Jenni could walk. There really are ways, everyone can help.
Giovanni enjoyed the bounce house.
Shawnda was our team's fastest member. Even in 100+ heat, there was no stopping her pace. She was training for Hood to Coast, so we were happy to help her out with that goal. And Lucy (women's athletic ware) donated training kits to our entire team!
Deon spent much of the afternoon making crushed ice for snow cones. On a day like that, it was a wonderful place to be! Our team sold many cones. Had the weather been different, we could have just as easily sold very few. 
Avy and Kamille "helped" with the cones as well. Actually, all the kids did a fantastic job contributing to the team's efforts. It was nice to give them responsibility and watch them run with it.
Avy and Kamille "helped" with the cones as well. Actually, all the kids did a fantastic job contributing to the team's efforts. It was nice to give them responsibility and watch them run with it.
Kimee knows that "location, location, location" is an important lesson in life.
Cinderella (Jennifer) made a grand appearance in the afternoon. I must say she handled the elements in true royal fashion! She stopped to greet and pose with everyone.
Telaina & Karista
With Teshina
With Avy
Lane was the muscle of the team. She set up our canopies, and carried endless supplies and chairs. All the while laughing and staying happy. She is a good influence on me!
Sawyer enjoyed a victory prize in the cake walk.
Kimee enjoyed the leftovers (uneaten and safe) from the cupcake eating contest.
The kids enjoy a cooling shower along the track. By the time you walked a lap, you were completely dry and ready for another spray.
After the vendors fair closed, the early evening left time for boys to play football and dogs to catch Frisbees. It was a nice, relaxing time.
The girls prepare their luminary bags.
After dark, the track was surrounded by bags dedicated to friends and loved ones. Reading all the messages was one of my favorite parts of the event. It gave me a chance to see a little glimpse of how many people are affected by the disease and how people cope.
Our team walked through the night. (I did not--I slept.) But I awoke to a beautiful and peaceful sunrise.
Laurel walked a good portion of the night. Once the sun rose and a new shift arrived, she was able to relax.
Jenny Wayne quickly found her sleeping bag and got some sleep.
Melissa and Lane enjoy the peaceful morning as the event comes to a close.
Kimee holds a Relay flag. Her great-grandfather passed away from cancer 48 hours earlier.
These are just a few of the memories from Relay. Our team ALL did amazing things to earn money for the team. I was so thankful for all their efforts. I am so glad children participated and shared. I want them to know that they can make a difference in the world as well. It was nice to think of others and forget about ourselves.
With Avy
Lane was the muscle of the team. She set up our canopies, and carried endless supplies and chairs. All the while laughing and staying happy. She is a good influence on me!
Sawyer enjoyed a victory prize in the cake walk.
Kimee enjoyed the leftovers (uneaten and safe) from the cupcake eating contest.
The kids enjoy a cooling shower along the track. By the time you walked a lap, you were completely dry and ready for another spray.
After the vendors fair closed, the early evening left time for boys to play football and dogs to catch Frisbees. It was a nice, relaxing time.
The girls prepare their luminary bags.
After dark, the track was surrounded by bags dedicated to friends and loved ones. Reading all the messages was one of my favorite parts of the event. It gave me a chance to see a little glimpse of how many people are affected by the disease and how people cope.
Our team walked through the night. (I did not--I slept.) But I awoke to a beautiful and peaceful sunrise.
Laurel walked a good portion of the night. Once the sun rose and a new shift arrived, she was able to relax.
Jenny Wayne quickly found her sleeping bag and got some sleep.
Melissa and Lane enjoy the peaceful morning as the event comes to a close.
Kimee holds a Relay flag. Her great-grandfather passed away from cancer 48 hours earlier.
These are just a few of the memories from Relay. Our team ALL did amazing things to earn money for the team. I was so thankful for all their efforts. I am so glad children participated and shared. I want them to know that they can make a difference in the world as well. It was nice to think of others and forget about ourselves.
Come join us in 2009!
1 comment:
Great pictures and fun re-cap. You do good work, Heid.
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