The Gator Gallup is a series of races at Brazosport College sponsored by one of the local runner's club, and my granddaughter, Claire, zipped through the Kids Run a couple of hours ago. As I post this, Claire's Mom (my daughter), accompanied by my wife, is on a plane to Boston to run in Monday's big marathon, and my son-in-law, a band director, is judging a contest out of town - so, I was the only family member to witness the great event. In addition to a medal for the race (all participants get one), Claire also received a trophy for past and continuing participation. At least I have photos to mark the occasion for Mom, Dad and Grandma.
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Claire pushes off the starting line with determination:
At the finish line, where she finished 3rd out of a dozen or so kids:
A very pleased Claire receives her trophy: