Tempe Race

     My brother really likes running races in Arizona.  The elevation difference makes a big difference.  He found a race on Sunday morning that we decided to run.  The race benefited the Arizona Cerebral Palsy Foundation so it was for a very good cause.  The race was in Tempe at a park we had never been to.  When we arrived, we were blown away by how nice the park was.  It was a huge park that was gorgeous.   It had a huge lake, walking paths,  and a large covered playground among other things.  It was truly the perfect place for a race.
    Being the second year, I was really surprised as to how organized the race was.  We took off right at 8:00 a.m. when the weather was perfect.  The course was an out and back and it had several turns.  I love courses like that because it gives me a chance to see how my brother is doing.  I was so happy to see that he was in first each time I passed him.  I kept with my same strategy I did the week before.  I soon realized that there were only 2 females in front of me.  Once I realized I was in third place, I managed to maintain my pace until the end.  I was another great race for me and I once again felt very strong.  My brother ended up getting first place overall, and I got 3rd place for the females.  It was such a great way to spend our Sunday morning.  I hope I get the chance to run this race again.

Running in front of the lake

The start of the race

Coming in to the finish line

Finishing strong.  My brother definitely deserved first place.  He works so hard.  

Coming in for the finish 

Crossing the finish line