Race for the Cure 2012

Last weekend we participated in the St. Louis Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.  This is the second year that we have walked in honor of my sister-in-law, Debbie.  You can read her story, HERE.

The day started early on Saturday when we all met up to load the bus to get downtown. 

Since we had some extra time, of course, I had to take some pics:

All of the babies:  Ben (4), Gracie (4), Kenzie (3), Caleb (2), Ian (2), Kanin (8) 

Here is Scott with his siblings (minus his brother, Rick).  Jeff, Debbie, Scott, Sherri

We all loved this big head of Debbie.  We had a great time with it.

If you have never been a part of a large march, I urge you to find something you are passionate about and go to a march or a rally.  It is absolutely amazing.  See that blur . . .those are all people marching for a cure for breast cancer. Incredible.

This group of survivors always serenades the walkers right by the finish line.  I love them and it is very emotional to walk by them singing, "I Will Survive".

Here is Debbie crossing the survivors finish line.

The St. Louis Rams players and cheerleaders passed out roses to the survivors.

Here is our entire group after the walk.  It was such an inspiring day and we are so blessed that Debbie cancer-free!

St. Louis Rams Practice

Today my sister-in-law, Debbie, received 4 VIP passes to a St. Louis Rams practice.  She called and offered them to us and we thought it would be a great family day.

Outside of the facility the Rams had their merchandise truck set up and the St. Louis Police Department had several stands set up selling food.

 Love this picture but, of course, we couldn't get all 3 kids to look at the camera.  LOL

No family outing is complete without a little attitude from GracieAnn.

Caleb had fun climbing up and down on this fence and, of course, we had to have the friend.

Since our party started an hour before the Rams practice, it left a little time for some dancing.

There's that sweet smile that I love to see.

Don't you just love those little freckles on his nose?

The future of the Rams and Heisman Trophy winner, Quarterback Sam Bradford.

The quarterback corps 

Running Back, Steven Jackson

I loved watching the entire team stretch and warm-up.  It reminded me of doing Company or Battalion p.t. (physical training) in the Army.

Coach Spags

I LOVE this picture.  Caleb was giving me a full-on bear hug.  It was so sweet and he wouldn't let go.

Wide Receiver Danny Amendola.  I love this guy.  I watch HBO's Hard Knocks when he got cut from the Cowboys.  He is a small underdog, kind-of-guy with lots of heart.

It was really cool being this close to the field and the players.  We also appreciated the covered tables, air conditioned bathrooms, and free water and snacks.  Thanks, Debbie!