It's Race Season

This was our most low-key offseason ever.  James was getting adjusted to school and generally giving his body some recovery time.  He did train, but not nearly to the extent he has other offseasons.  

Knowing that, he came into the season with a bit of anxiety....not really knowing what to expect or where he was

The Greenville Development Series sponsored by Hincapie usually comes very early in the season (only preceded by the Tundra Time Trial).  This year they added a weekend so it kicked off the season.

A 21-mile race at the Donaldson Center.  James has probably raced this course a dozen times and we've been there in all kinds of weather....downright warm to upper 30s with blustery winds.  The weekend was chilly and a little windy, but sunny.  James surprised himself with quite decent finishes.  The second day he even came in 3rd in the field sprint.  

He got a special bonus on the second day when Megan and her family came to watch.  I think it might have even given him a little extra kick.

What You Can Do With Legos

Before reading further, you must acknowledge that what I'm sharing with you is a work-in-progress.  He probably wouldn't be terribly happy that I'm sharing it, but I think it's so cool that I just couldn't resist.

Christopher really likes history, especially history around the wars.  WWII, in particular, is intriguing to him.  When you couple that with love of Legos...well, it's kind of like coupling anything he appreciates with Legos, there is some kind of creation.

The latest creation is of Utah Beach during the Normandy invasion.

If you look carefully, you'll see a row of splashes of water where the ocean is being strafed with overhead fire.  There's a bit of sand blowing up where some form of armament hit the beach.  The pool of blood is obvious.  He has an entire scene in his head and carefully plans out each piece, literally.  The other day we were at Target and he wanted to buy a farmer Lego.  Trust me, farmer Legos are not his thing.  Of course, he later told me he didn't want the farmer, but he needed his face.  It was the perfect face for a soldier.  

I can't wait to see this when it's finished!