Sunday, March 15, 2009

SubUrban Run@NE

"I feel your pain, Dad." said E after we completed the 2-km parent-kid event at SubUrban Run@NE this morning. This was the first time we ran as a family in two teams - NAHTE MBF and DIVAD BFG. I was kinda puzzled why E said that. Especially after completing his longest distance to-date.

E explained later that he could now understand how I felt like, all sweaty and tired after a run. Is this what parent-children bonding is about? Sharing common interests, doing things together and having fun?

As for the run, all I can say is that the 2-km event is a relatively small one, but what an interesting field! Strollers, dogs, children - big and small, friends, couples and any one who just wanted to get out there for a fun time. The route is out and in, over the Tampines Expressway.

D was fast off the gun, but slowed to a walk by the time we reached the overpass. E took a more leisurely pace with MBH, and they both did exceptionally well to hold up under the hot morning sun. Somehow they both found the energy to make a dash over the last 50m or so.







Mee was there to cheer us on and this is probably the first time she witnessed such an event. The dee-jay was entertaining, and except for a 15-min delay for the 2-km event, everything went smoothly.

I wish you could feel our joy, sons. But then you'd probably know that you are both our pride and joy!

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

You have two wonderfully looking kids. Indeed both are your pride and joy.

One day when i have kids of my own i will like to do that with my kids too.

Sling Runner said...

Sounds like a great and fun outing for the family.

cheers

Batman & Break Ups said...

Maybe one day he could be a regular runner as well. A great family bonding outing.

Cheers (: