Weekend Away...

Just got back a bit ago from a busy and fun weekend in Minneapolis. A few months ago, Jesse, my cousin Trent, and Uncle Pat, and I signed up for a Half-Marathon (the Urban Wildland race) in the Cities. We ran on Saturday and all had a great race. Jesse and I both got PRs (personal records), so that was exciting, even though I am still walking like I'm 80 and I think I may lose two toenails...it was all worth it! The run was really pretty...we ran by lakes and the "wetland" and lots of wooded areas...it didn't feel like we were in the middle of the city at all and it made running 13.1 miles a little more enjoyable!

Me, Jesse, Uncle Pat, and Trent before the race....

..and here we are after the race!! Whew!!

It's always great to see their little faces when I'm done!

Of course, a trip to Minneapolis couldn't be complete without LEGOLAND!! We took the boys to bum around at the Mall of America after the race. I have to say, the MOA is not one of my favorite places, but Noah and Jack were so excited, it just made you smile!! :)

On Sunday, we took advantage of a beautiful day and enjoyed the Minnesota Zoo. It's a really nice zoo...I think the adults enjoyed it as much as Noah and Jack.

Grizzly Bear!!

We had a great weekend, but we were glad to get home and see Sophie, who we left with Grandma. She was so happy to see her brothers too!!