STP

We are going to see what we can do about getting caught up on blogging. Our lack of posts lately have not been because we have been up to nothing, but because we haven't even had time to take our pictures off of the camera.

Two weekends ago Josh rode his bike from Seattle to Portland for the 2nd year in a row. This year we did not have as big of a crew to watch for, but Josh and Forrest did rope Joel into joining them.

After saying good bye to them in Seattle at Kati's place they rode their bikes 2 miles to the start. What is 2 more miles when you have 202 anyway right?

I first met up with them in Tenino and Josh is still all smiles.

Kate and I waiting for them in Winlock at the 120 mile mark. On a side note: Less than one month until our little guy arrives! And less than 2 months until Kate and Forrest's wedding!

Forrest coming into Winlock.

Josh and Forrest enjoying the misters after riding 120 miles.

Joel finishing up day one.

Josh ready to start day 2, only 80 more miles to go.

Sunday the weather didn't cooperate as well, many of the riders got stuck in thunder showers. Our boys lucked out and ended up only slightly wet from water off of the road, but were still very thankful for the jackets provided.
I had an awesome day with my dad, he joined me for the trip down to Portland to pick up the riders. Here he is being the dutiful father in law waiting for the guys to come in so he can record them on Josh's new "toy."

Josh finishing up. Once again, still smiling.