Pinewood Derby 2011

Pinewood Derby car Den & Pack races
1/22/11

Curtis is super handy around the house...a killer electrician! but when it comes to wood-working, not so much ;0) i helped Jaden create a derby car last year & he did pretty well...even earned "best craftsmanship" for the Pack

but this year, i enlisted the help of Grandpa (my dad)...he not only helped Jaden carve/sand his car...but also taught him the names of all the tools they used, & how to safely operate them (with adult supervision of course!)...it sounds like it was not only fun for the both of them...but some really great kiddo/grandfather bonding time!

after it was all built & ready to go, i had Jaden give it a paint job at home...of course, it couldn't be any color other than blue! ;0) this year's car was named "the green dragon" & looked super fast!

Jaden won all 3 heats in his Den race...putting him at 1st place for the Webelos! then there was a 5-way tie for 3rd place in the Pack races...Jaden was beat out in the run-off for that - but was still thrilled about his Den win!

i knew you'd help Jaden create a winner, Grandpa...thanks!!!

xoxo,
sharon

ps. Jaden will get a trophy, & we'll find out who won the "best craftsmanship" award at the Blue & Gold banquet next month...we can't wait!