A couple of weekends ago we headed down to San Diego/Oceanside for Jason to participate in a Ironman 70.3 triathlon. We left Wednesday night, hoping to get a good headstart on the drive while Ollie slept...hahaha. Things did not go so well. Ollie slept for about an hour and then SCREAMED like I have never heard him scream the rest of the way. We stopped after driving only 2 1/2 hours, spent a miserable night at a Motel 6 and finished the drive Thursday. I was dreading it, but he did a million times better Thursday. We took our time and made some stops along the way. We got into San Diego around 4pm. We stayed with our very favorite, most awesome friends Dan, Ashley and Cal. They were so generous to let us intrude all weekend, and we had so much fun. Thanks guys!
Along the way we stopped to see this pimped out Flex. Jason had purchased an upgraded air intake from this company and we had to return something to them, plus Jason wanted to talk with the owner about his Flex.
Friday morning Ashley was nice enough to watch Ollie so Jason and I could go to the San Diego temple. It is seriously the most beautiful temple, I was so happy to get to go.
Friday afternoon we went into Oceanside so Jason could check-in for the race. Here is Ollie and Cal sharing a stroller. So cute. That evening we met Dan after work and ate in Encinitas. We also stopped at a ocean lookout, it was so beautiful. That night we turned in early since Jason (and Dan since he drove Jason) had to get up early to go to the triathlon. Since this was a half ironman distance we didn't get to see Jason until the end. And because it was sponsered by Ironman it was SO crowded. It was fun, but I think we will stick to the smaller tri's from now on.
Jason coming down the homestretch.
About to cross the finish line.
Jason and all his supporters. Not the best shot of Jason but he did just swim a mile in the ocean, biked 56 miles, and then ran a half marathon.
When the kids are away (or asleep) the adults will play...haha. We miss game nights with the Henrys.
We went to church Sunday morning, after a delicious waffle breakfast, provided by Dan.
Ashley and I with our boys.
After church we headed home. It took forever to get through LA (at 1pm on a Sunday). The traffic was HORRIBLE. I thought the bay area was bad, but it is nothing compared to LA.
Ollie did great on the drive home, he was such a trooper. It took us about 9 hours :( It was a great weekend though, and Jason did his personal best for that distance tri (5:41), and had a great time.
9 comments:
Awh, I'm so proud of Jason... and I love that he stopped by to talk to that guy about the Flex... Classic Jason style.
Wow this makes me miss all of you so much! Way to go Jas, I am so amazed every time you post about him doing these races! I just love him! How fun to see Dan and Ash! You both have the cutest boys ever! What a fun little vacation!
Congrats to jason, that's awesome! Sorry about the traffic, but it sounds like a great trip! Who doesn't love san diego?!
Triathlons are insane... not that I know from experience but they sound insane. :) So nice job Jason. I like Ollie's face in the pic of you all in your church clothes. :)
Man you guys look so good! I echo Kelly, it totally makes me miss the good ol days of oxford square! good job jason! its sooo cool, I admire people who can do that! cause I sure can't :)
Crazy - I am still trying to wrap my mind around the dedication and hard work it must take to prepare for a triathlon. I am excited to read about more of his races over the summer!
Check out the super-cute baby bump!!! Are you guys gonna find out?
Oh, and Jason...you're INSANE. Remarkable, but still insane. :) Congrats!
It was SO good to see you guys! We need to make it happen more often. Sorry we were in such a crazy month and things were a little chaotic around our house! But we had the best time catching up and we can't wait until our next trip together! :)
Wow. Little Oliver isn't so little anymore! You and the fam look great! Congrats to Jason that is awesome! ;)
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