We went to Cleveland last weekend to visit my grandparents and to partake in the "Labor Day Olympics." The Olympics include events like chasing a greased-up watermelon in the pool, three-legged races, a vegetable sculpture contest, a tug-of-war and a tennis tournament. It's serious business. Our departure was delayed due to some crazy illness on Friday. But I really wanted Charlie to do the three-legged race with his cousin Wallis so we packed the car and drove the 6 hours on Saturday morning.
Luckily, we arrived just in time for me to join my favorite event - the greased watermelon!! I'd say it was fate, but my team lost. I had so much fun, but everytime I looked up I saw Charlie (and Carlos) looking at me in absolute horror. Charlie and Wallis were super cute together in the three-legged race. Here they are (with help from Carlos) and with their ribbons. I'd also like to add that Carlos and I beat Nathan and Charlie in the big people three-legged race.
In addition to the field events they loved doing the vegetable sculpture. Charlie, Wallis and Eli actually worked together to put together a vegetable tribute to Hurricane Irene. They were so patient and proud of their entry for which they got another ribbon. Uncle Charlie won the around-the-back-stop-race which enabled my father to go on living another year.
Unfortunately the bonfire and s'mores were rained out and the drive back took 10 hours. yes - 10 hours. For 3 hours we were parked on the highway...literally. Here is what most of the 3 hours looked like...The kids were out of their seats, driving the car and playing with the radio. 
Despite the long ride the kids did great and we had wonderful weekend.
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