JFA sponsors several events throughout the year. During the second weekend in October I had the opportunity to represent JFA at two special events. The first was the Walk for Wildwood (www.wildwoodprograms.org) on Saturday and the second was the Arc in the Park 5K (www.renarc.org).
Saturday morning was perfect for the 2 mile walk around Siena College. The girls and I, accompanied by a coworker and her little boy, drove together to the event. The kids got fresh air and exercise and we got to talk and walk and herd the kids. Coach Mike was also there, leading the pack of walkers as we meandered at the back of the pack.
Sunday morning was a different story, weather-wise. It was chilly and rainy when we arrived just in time for the start of the all-ages 1/2 mile fun run scheduled for 9:30. The weather must have kept the little ones indoors, as our little girl was the only taker. Part of success is stepping up to the challenge, being present, and accepting opportunity, right? So We trotted along side her as she gleefully made her way to the turn around and back. Being the only kid in the race, she won... and she was proud of her medal! As a mom with a kid running in the chilly weather and autumn drizzle, I was proud of her mettle!
The 5K began at 10 AM and husband, coworker, and I lined up at the start with the kids each in their own jogging stroller. The rain stopped just in time for the run and the temperature was near perfect. I personally went out a little too fast and lost steam at the end. Like my daughter, it appeared that I was the only one from my age group to show up, as I earned first place! The rain started falling hard again during the awards, so we quickly went back to the car to dry off and warm up.
"80 percent of opportunity is showing up" - Woody Allen
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