Osika Family Participates in Philly Triathlon

The weekend was filled with events that the whole family was going to participate in. First off, the Spring Triathlon on Saturday am. Later on in the day was the kids fun run (which Mackenzie napped through). Then, Sunday was the Olympic Triathlon.

Mommy participated in the Sprint Triathlon on Saturday, June 25th starting at 7:30am. The Sprint Triathlon consisted of a 1/2 mile swim (much to my surprise) in the Schuylkill River, 16 mile bike, and a 5k run. I was pleasantly surprised with how I finished. After all, this was my first triathlon since having Mackenzie.

Daddy participated in the Olympic Triathlon on Sunday, June 26th starting at 7:00am. The Olympic Triathlon consisted of .9 mile swim, 25 mile bike, and a 10k run. This was just a taste of what Daddy has in store for him in September when he participates in the Chesapeakeman IRONMAN (2.4m swim, 112m bike, and 26.2m run).

Pictures are far and few between now that we have a little monkey to keep an eye on during the races. But I've included a few before and after pictures to check out....

2011 Lancaster Red Rose Run

Well, it took 8 years but I finally did the Red Rose Run again this year. I did this race in May 2003. It was my first race and had never run 5 miles in my life. The challenging course made it for a rough first race and needless to say made me never want to do it again. However, 8 years later, married, a baby, and quite a few running races and triathlons under my belt and I gave it another whirl. My only goals were to have fun while pushing my daughter and running with my good friend Rosie and to beat my time from 8 years ago of 56:04. I think I shattered that time when I crossed the finish in 47:19. Go Us! Let's just say, I don't think I'll wait another 8 years to do the race again.

18 Month Well Visit

Daddy took Mackenzie to her 18 month well visit this morning. The doctor is extremely pleased with how well she is doing. She is happy to hear that she is talking up a storm and on the move. She said we should expect her to start saying phrases around 20-22 months. And it wouldn't be uncommon for us to see her hit or get frustrated as this is her means of communicating. She is definitely chatty and surely tries to tell us what she wants/needs but most of the time I'm only guessing at what she is trying to tell us.

The doctor did confirm that she does have eczema. We had noticed a rash behind her knees, behind her elbows, and on her neck (by her hair line). We thought it was due to the heat but have noticed some areas getting worse. So, we are to apply cortisone cream and lotion to help with the irritation.


The doctor noticed two more molars breaking through on the bottom. She said that since she is getting her 12 month molars a bit later she will most likely hit puberty later and also be taller than originally predicted (5'4"). Interesting tid bit!!

18 month statistics:
Weight: 18 lbs 14oz (0.49%)
Height: 30" (8.9%)
Head: 17.8" (15%)

The best things come in small packages!!

LAC Cheerleader

Mackenzie came out to support another race this morning. Her Daddy participated in the Oddyssey Half Marathon in Philadelphia, PA. Now that his Iron Man training is in full swing this is just like any other training day. But, this time we got to cheer him on. Mackenzie was a great sport the whole weekend. She is such a joy to have around and is loved by all of those that she interacts with. We couldn't ask for a better little girl! Love her!

Great job to those that participated in the race today. Lanchester Athletics was well represented as Andy, David, Magali, and Patty all pulled in great times today. Congratulations. Can't wait for the next race!

Philly Tri here we come (June 25/26, 2011).

-Patty-David-Magali-Andy-

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

I am what I am today because I have you. I am the best mother I can be, with some faults, but you always look over them. You are the reason I wake in the morning and rest my head at night. Because of you I have the whole world. I love you Mackenzie Reese.

Happy Mother's Day!

Annual Sauder Easter Egg Run

Andy and I have been participaing in the Sauder Easter Egg Run since 2006. It was Easter weekend, 5 years ago, that Andy swept me away to a B&B in New Hope and asked me to be his wife! So, we decided to make it a tradition to participate every year. This is the second year participating as a family. Mackenzie is a great participant. She loves people watching from the jogging stroller and even catches a few zzz's while Mommy pushes her along the 5 mile course. Despite the rainy weather on our drive to the race, it turned out to be a great race and a good time had by all!

HAPPY EASTER!!

Easter Celebration

I love being able to participate in Mackenzie's school activities. Today she had her Easter Celebration at lunch time. I was able to come in and help out the teachers and spend some quality time with Mackenzie and her little friends. The children enjoyed all of the yummy food that the parents brought in and even had a tasty dessert made by Andy & I. Knowing that Mackenzie is well cared for and learning so much makes it a little easier to go to work every day!