Race Recap: Cooper Young 4 Miler

Last Friday night was the Cooper Young 4 Miler. It's one of my favorite races in Memphis for many reasons. One being that it's on a Friday night so I don't have to wake up at the crack of dawn on a Saturday morning. The second reason is that it probably has the best spectators ever! The course loops through the CY neighborhood and most people have parties in their front yards and yell and cheer the runners on the whole time! Jared's family and my family came and cheered Ashlee and I on from the patio of Celtic Crossing which works well for them because we pass by there twice during the race. i wish I had more race pictures but I haven't mastered running and taking pics at the same time. I did however improve my race time tremendously. I'm shooting for 8 minute miles next year!

Race Results

Time: 36:09.72

Pace: 9:02/mile

Age Group Rank: 52

Aunt Bet enjoying her first and definitely not last Red Bull and Vodka!

My MIL Shirley taking a pic of Aunt Bet. Love her sweet smile!

Laughing at my Dad because he said he could hear me laughing a couple of blocks away....

Me and the FIL

My Biggest Fan! Love Him to pieces!

Me with my FIL and Dad

Love my Momma!

Both of my Mommas!

Mom, Ms. Shirley and Aunt Bet

So Serious....

At the start line....Ash, Hannah and Me

Me and Sissy. She crushed her goal this year too. So proud of her and all she has accomplished this year. 37 mins next year, right?

Our pace group. I'm pretty proud that I stuck with it although my hamstrings were screaming the entire race.

Another Start Line pic

Can you find Ash?

Action Shot...I'm in the blue.

Ashlee rounding the corner!

Makenley Kay's Baby Shower

May 18th I had the privilege to helping throw a baby shower for one of my best friends. Kayce is pregnant with her second baby and this time it's a GIRL! Makenley Kay Fry will be here June 17th if not sooner. I can't wait to meet Little Makfry!

This was crafting face from the night before. I was sending these to Kayce. Mind you I had helped my little sister finish off a bottle of wine at Greekfest. I do my best work tipsy.

The easiest banner to make EVER!

Favors....that took forever to make but were so yummy!

The cake. I loved how it turned out!

Close up of the cake. You know I love me so monograms!

We talked Kayce's brother Kevin into drawing the stroller to match the invitation.

The Proud Baby Momma. You can't even tell she's been sick the WHOLE pregnancy, can you?

Food Table

Kayce's mom went all out on the diaper cake. I think their family is super excited about having a girl.

Another shot of the food and diaper cake.

The cake and guest book table.

You can't really tell but we used the Dr. Seuss book "Oh the Places You'll Go" for the guest book. Totally stole that idea from pinterest!

Another shot of the Baby Momma and the banner I made. It's tough throwing a shower for the most crafty and creative person EVER!

Big Brother Easton!

He loved the camera if you couldn't tell.

Straight Cheesin!

About to open presents.

Uncle Kevin and Uncle Hot Dog!

Beautiful picture of my best friend!

Looking at the balloon stuck in the fan.

Momma and Daddy Fry.

Little Sister. This girl already has more clothes than me!

Straight chillin in the new double stroller!

Kayce & Mary

Kayce and her sister in law Danielle.

French Fry & Hot Dog!!!

Kayce & Holly

Watching the boys snake hunting....You might be a redneck. Hehehe

Serious business over there!

Not only is he good at drawing but he also is an expert Snake Killer!

We're all so ready for Makenley to be here!!

Mable Mondays

A couple of weekends ago we spent the day out at my in-laws. They have ten acres and I truly believe this is Mable's favorite place to be!

Just lounging under a shade tree....her and her snaggle tooth. 

The most beautiful profile ever!

Love the little tongue.

Relaxing on the front porch.

She leads such a rough life!

Blog Everyday in May....DAY ONE

I'm always late to the party. Oh Well....better late than never. I'm linking up Story of my Life Blog to blog everyday in May. I'm starting with Day One today. I'll probably do a couple a day until I'm caught up. Bear with me guys!

Day One

The Story of your life in 250 words or less. 

I was born in Memphis TN raised in Collierville, TN. I’m the daughter of Bill and Kim and sister to Shannon. I’m a proud University of Memphis Alum . GO TIGERS GO! I love to be outside and active. I consider myself a runner but injuries are currently preventing me from that. Hopefully it’s nothing too serious. I love Jesus like crazy. I’m trying to live my life more for him every day. I’m married to Jared. He is the most amazing man in the world. He knows everything about me and still loves me. Mad Props to him! I married into a wonderful and HUGE family. I’m so grateful for that. I cherish my friendships. They are the girls that really get me and love me just the same. J I’m also the mom to the cutest Bullmastiff EVER. If you’ve been reading my blog then you are aware of my love for Mable Anne. Eventually I would love to have kids but she’s all we need right now. I love my job and thank my lucky stars everyday that I’m able to say that. I’m also loud and crazy and have a distinct laugh that if you’re around me for any length of time you will definitely hear. I’m also somewhat reserved until I get to know you. I love to dance and sing although I’m not great at either! I can’t wait to see what the future holds for me and my little family!