"Track and Shield" Inaugural Race

A slightly more positive event from the weekend for you today.

On Sunday morning we ran our first race of the season.

The Edmonton Police Foundation Half Marathon 5K.

{Though I do love how our medals say half marathon. 

It was tempting but I just couldn't lie to you guys.}

It was a great day for running {this was prior to our late April snowstorm} and the race kicked off at Fort Edmonton Park, a great venue.

It was so nice to get out as a team.

I was even able to spring this photo-op on everyone before they could put up a fight.

This event gave me a chance to chat a bit more with Cecile {painter} and Gabe {bodyman}.

Since I do most of my work for the shop from home I don't get this opportunity often.

Gabe talked a little about his kids and their involvement in track and field.

I was never big into the sport but have fond memories of these events in my younger days.

As I was recalling this conversation today it hit me like a ton of bricks.

"Track and Shield" is THE name for this venture.

Sorry "Team Shield", you're out.