Girls on the Run

This morning Heather, Emily, and I woke up early and braved the 25 degree weather to support on of the coolest programs around. The school where I work has a "Girls on the Run" team. The girls "train" for months learning about running and staying fit while also learning important lessons about self confidence and the dangers of peer pressure. We went to the "Celebration 5K" to show our support of these amazing girls. I was so proud of ALL of the girls there. It was inspiring to see all sorts of families, moms and dads running with their girls, there to encourage them along the 3.1 mile race. It just made you smile inside to know how awesome these 3rd, 4th, & 5th graders were going to feel once they were finished. Because what they accomplished today is more than just a run on a pretty challenging course - it is a step in the right direction for building strong, confident girls who will one day become strong, confident women.