Dock Dogs and Rainy Races

Yesterday we went to see the Buckeye Dock Dogs at Crocker Park. It was a bit cloudy, but that didn't stop the four-legged fluff-balls from running and jumping off the dock with all of the determination in the world. I was surprised to see even some smaller dogs and breeds like Dalmatians soaring through the air to get to their favorite toy in the water. And while one of the experienced chocolate labs jumped 25 feet before touching water, there were some beginner pups merely stepping off the end of the dock after creeping up to it.

Later that evening, we went to the Lakewood Streetwalk to wander around for a bit before running in the 5K. This race was at 7pm, as opposed to the normal 7am, and was going to be our first race with Drew as our 'driver'. About 30 min or so before the starting gun was to go off, the ugliest, darkest clouds I've ever seen crept over the skyline threatening our fun. We all patiently stood, either waiting for an announcement about a delayed start, and/or making decisions about running or not. When the most torrential downpour began about 4 minutes before the race, we pulled the plug not wanting to be out in the bad weather (and tons of lightening) with Drew. A bowl of soup and coffee was enjoyed as we dried off at Panera before heading home for the evening.