Pinewood Derby

April 5, 2011

Tonight was Parker's 1st Pinewood Derby competition.  He had a great time getting his car ready.  He had it all pictured out in his mind what he wanted it to look like.   He was able to use the tools from Brother Spencer to shape his car, then he had to sand it, then he had to paint it.  When it came down to the details he wanted to use the stickers he had in his Star Wars Book.  I think it turned out really good.  The last thing that needed to be added was weight, which daddy did right before the race.

He was able to race his car four times, and placed as following 4th, 2nd, 4th, 1st.  Here is the race where he came in 4th, he was a little bummed but was a happy camper about it.

 This is the race he placed 2nd.  A very happy camper *smile*

 After awhile Mason a Lily decided you had a better view laying down by the finish line *smile*

We learned a bit more about this race again, even after having two boys go through it, mostly if you don't do ALL the tips you're offered your car won't do as well as you would like.  And somehow Dad's involvement needs to be limited.  Through all of it though Parker was very happy for his friend Haken Stewart who placed 1st!  Until next time.......