So I'm learning that with kids, especially boys, there are certain things that every child need to do or experience, a rite of passage, I guess. Boys play baseball, long to own a pocket knife, get a black eye, and make a pinewood derby car, just to name a few. The making of the car is not as easy as I thought I would be. Coming from a home of all girls, I didn't realize that they come in a kit that is just a block of wood. The designing, painting, decorating and weighting of the car all take time, develop skills and require tools that we do not own. We were grateful for Dav Dzaran, who not only had the tools, skill and know how, but he also had the 2012 Red Corvette that we modeled Garrett car after.
Note: Never teach your child to use a spray paint can on a windy day, especially when you are using a red paint.
Garrett didn't win the derby but he wasn't last in most of his races, so that's all we can ask for. He had a great time, and learned a lot along the way. Landon is really excited to make his first car.
I have learned to love boy scouts. It is an inspired activity and great experience for this age group of boys. Garrett is really lucky to have a great group of kids his age, and fantastic leaders. They all look so cute in their little uniforms.
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