Ready, Set, Go!

The numbers selected and blocks of wood and wheels purchased, they (with dads guidance) were ready for the fun to begin.  Our two oldest boys spent the month of January gearing up for the AWANA derby. They LOVE to spend time with dad in the "man-cave" doing guy stuff. Building derby cars was no exception.

After hours of sanding, painting, laughing and eating peanuts the cars were ready.

Noah made a good run last year and had high hopes for another good race. This was Jacob's first year - he and Noah were excited about every aspect of the event. The day of the race came and the boys decided to dress in colors to match their cars. I am not sure what was more fun, watching the cars race down the track (each car raced down 4 times - once on each lane) or watching the excitement of the kids.

In the end Noah won 1st place for the Sparks group and Jacob's car won 1st place for the Cubbies group. They were all smiles. They had the 3 top cars (Noah's, Jacob's, and the T&T winner) race each other for the fastest car of the day. The first time down all three cars tied.

Their number 1 fan wanted to get in on the action as well. Jonah really looks up to his big brothers and was just as excited as they were.

 Noah winner two years running ;)

Jacob all smiles as usual!

When all was over, the boys still talk about the best part. It was not the trophy or the actual race, but instead it was the time with dad, spray painting. My heart is full. What fun memories in the name of Him who created all things.