Derby time

This year we defiantly weren't ahead of schedule by any means. We got our blocks of wood 2 months before the derby races, but instead waited until a week before to get them done.

So over to Grandpa Krocka's house we headed to get the cars cut out and sanded down smooth.

Grandpa even had some spare paint on hand that the boys liked so they quickly got the cars painted the same day!

This year they opted to make simple car designs and they turned out great!

It is always fun to check out all the different design done on the cars.

Both boys raced great this year. The came in the top 4 for all their races, last year I believe they came in 5th or 6th for all their races :/

And to our surprise each car came in first for one of their races, so they were super excited to see their name on the screen!

All competitors get a medal for their hard work in making the cars.

And this year Landon did exceptionally well. He received a plaque for the most realistic car.

And his car came in FIRST amongst all the cars in his grade level. And let me tell you he was so ecstatic about that.

So ecstatic in fact, that he had to set up all his awards when we got home to send Grandpa a text message and picture :)

Even though Michael didn't get a big fancy award, he still had fun and that's all that matters. He reminded me that he got a plaque last year when Landon didn't (and this caused ALOT of tears from Landon) so he was not upset that he didn't get a plaque this year. 

And knowing that he was ok with that made my night!