Since I last checked in, we've traveled to some great races. Conrad and I were able to make it to Bonelli Park to see Jeremiah win both the Cross Country and the Short Track events at the season's PRO XCT opener. (the above photo was taken at the Bonelli event by www.MichaelNegrete.com) Wow, that series just wrapped up a few weekends ago. The US "pro" series sure doesn't last very long!

Since the season opener, Jeremiah's had probably the best season he could have! I'm already off track from my blog photo post, but some great news to share is that he was invited to attend the Olympic Test Event that took place on what will be the Olympic mountain bike course. Jeremiah finished fourth! It was a happy experience!

Conrad and I also joined in the racing excitement in Monterey, California for the Sea Otter Classic; Windham, New York for the World Cup and camped for a week in Pennsylvania for the Trans Sylvania Epic. Lots of fun experiences and racing excitement. But our travel has paled in comparison to what Jeremiah's been up to. So, we've made many trips to and from the airport (if we shuttle Jeremiah there, we often spend time at my parent's farm). Conrad is growing increasingly interested (obsessed) with maps, street names and directions. This is our most reliable map when it comes to getting to and from Grandma and Grandpa's house and Dulles International Airport.

In other news, Conrad is riding his bike FAST these days. He does laps on our neighborhood's IMBA trails. For now we stick to Take it Easy, the beginner trail marked with green blazes. But last night he announced that when he "grows big and has pedals on his bike, I will ride fast on the rocky red [advanced] trail!"

Between the two of us, it's usually Jeremiah who is scurrying closest to Conrad saying be careful, slow down!