Totally doing it...

I've mentioned before about my fabulous running partner (my hubby that I love a lot) and our early morning jogging (shuffling) excursions. The other morning we passed a girl from our ward who yelled as she ran by..."Carrie, we need you to run in a race with us. I'll call ya!"

So here's the scoop straight from the Ragnar website (just in case you've never heard of it):

You and 11 of your closest friends running relay-style day and night. Starting in the red rock oasis of VALLEY OF FIRE State Park, your team of 12 maniacs will be embarking on a 180 MILE ADVENTURE-FEST sure to fill all of your desires.

RAGNAR: 101

**Each team consists of 12 runners.

**Each team member runs 3 legs, each ranging from 3-8 miles and varying in difficulty.

**Runners maintain the same order throughout the relay, thus running every 12th leg.

**The relay usually runs about 24 hours and doesn't stop for nightfall.

**You will never forget the experience.

So there you have it...in October I will run the first race of my entire life (except for those forced upon you in Jr. High PE). I owe it all to Diane who said, "You should totally do this! I will come watch & cheer you on." As opposed to my awesome running partner's comment of, "Um...I probably would tell them no."

True I am doing the easiest leg of the race (but who's counting). I'm doing the three 3 mile legs of easy to moderate terrain. Sounds perfect huh! Now the running in the middle of the night thing I'm not so sure of. We Coombs' girls are not known for our coordination, and I really hope I don't happen upon any rattlers while I'm out.

I feel like I'm kinda catching a bug. One that feels kind of refreshing and one that is a welcome distraction from all the stress of this new office. See...there are good things about Vegas. You can jog year round in the great outdoors!

Now...(and I'm totally dead serious) who wants to run a half marathon with me in St. George in January??? I know of a few of you out there who are training/capable of doing this...just leave me a comment and I'll sign us up!

Kallie's Club...

Hey all you mamas out there...I wanted to fill you in on a little "club" Kallie wanted to start. Sometimes her club ideas are fun & interesting but maybe a little unrealistic (if ya know what I mean). However, I thought this one was a great idea and I'd love a little support from you as well. Heck...join the club if you want (I of course am going to). Go to Kallie's blog HERE and leave a comment to have you or your kids join. I'm hoping this turns into a REALLY FUN thing and will get this kiddos totally pumped about reading with their friends. If you have any thoughts/comments/ideas let me know! JOIN TODAY! (do I sound like a commercial:)

13 Rules

Yes...I am just about to post 26 pictures. Is that a new record? Considering the fact that I took 103 pictures over our Labor Day campout...I'd say limiting it to 26 is pretty darn good!

Camping Rule #1: You can never eat enough smores!

Camping Rule #2: Men who never (ok almost never) cook at home, must take over any and all cooking because it involves FIRE! And fire is fun to play in!

Rule #3: You must run in the bushes and let your imaginations run wild for 3 days straight. Star Wars, Indians, Red Light Green Light...just watch out for Dave's surprise while you're out there.

Rule #4: You must stop, take a breath, and really enjoy the beauty that God has created all around us.

(can you see Dan & Syd?)

Rule #5: You must stop and strike a pose even if the person taking the picture wants a more candid shot. A well trained child will always stop what they're doing and smile at the camera :)

Rule #6: Absolutely no make-up allowed! You know you're with the right crowd when you know you aren't looking your very best and you don't even care- love that!

Rule #7: You must get dirty! And if you can mix the dirt with water that's even better! (I love Joslynn's face in the background)

Rule #8: You must have a few activities up your sleeves just in case the natives get restless.

Rule #9: It is required to have a good game of Bingo at all family functions. While camping use rocks as markers...they are everywhere and they don't blow away.

Rule #10: Never forget your toothbrush. (This one is for you Diane..."do I have anything on my teeth?")

Rule #11: If a little glue is good, a LOT of glue is better...especially when securing rocks to paper!

(Cedar Breaks)

Rule #12: You must stop and enjoy the sunset. (photo courtesy of KayLynn)

Rule #13: You must reserve your campsite early so you can do it all over again next year!!!