Olivia in Girls on the Run

Olivia participated in her 2nd Girls on the Run (GOTR) 5k race this May.  I was working at the Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair during the race, so she ran it with Joe and grandpa.  Before the 5k, the girls basically had a bit of a party - coloring their hair, making up cheers, and having fun.  Olivia dyed her hair blue and put silver (Sharpie!!) snowflakes on her cheeks for a Frozen Elsa look.

Olivia's crazy GOTR teammates.  Grades 3-5 participate in this event.

Olivia at the starting line.  You can see grandpa in the middle in the orange shirt.  Olivia's school was selected to go first since they showed the most spirit before the race.  The girls were so excited about that!

Grandpa, Joe, and Olivia running the 5k.  

Joe, Olivia, and grandpa finishing strong.  Olivia finished 17 minutes faster than last year!

Olivia and her teammates showing off their medals for finishing.