Rose Cup Races

Last Sunday, June 14th we had a fun experience. We went to the Rose Cup Races at Portland International Raceway, with our friends the Wilson's and one of their granddaughters, Ella. I had never been to a car race before and had no idea what to expect. But it was fun and definitely loud!!!! For me, what made the race fun was that a man in our church, Doug Russell, was racing that day. He was car #84. So it was fun to watch for him, as he would pass. After the race we were able to meet up with Doug and his wife and see the car. Yes I got to sit in the car. Too funny! I had no idea that there was only one seat in the car. Kinda weird. As I sat there, I tried to imagine what it would be like to be in the race. I must say my heart started pounding just thinking about!!! But it was fun! All in all the races were a blast and I would go again. However, word to the wise...NEVER wear heals to a race!!! It's no fun to walk around in heals on the uneven ground, no one else is wearing heals, and it sure doesn't look graceful when you are getting in and out of a race car. =-)

Here is a video from the race. See if you can find car 84 in the video.

Here are some pictures from our day.