The Battle of Manassas

Most people (okay, maybe only historians) may think of the civil war when it comes to the Battle of Manassas.  For the Nicastro family, it was the greatest impromptu 1.5 mile race at the Battlefield they've ever experienced.  Mommy and Daddy wanted to enjoy the beautiful weather and "hike" the Battlefield.  Ysabella and Anthony had a different idea and took off running immediately.

Soon Mommy and Daddy realized they would have to join in if they wanted to keep up!

They started off strong and really enjoyed being chased by Mommy and Daddy.

Ysabella showed us the proper way to check on those running behind you (for safety reasons of course - most definitely not to assure she was still in first place)

Of course we got tired, (no marathons completed in this family, yet)... which created the perfect opportunity to smell the flowers.

Or enjoy a photo op... 

There was also plenty of quality family time enjoyed by all.

Mommy even got out from behind the camera (phone) to smile for pictures.

Ysabella seems to have a knack for running and didn't stop but for a second. Anthony had a tougher time keeping up...

Mommy and Daddy love to teach about the value of exercise and turned down his many attempts at being carried.  Holding hands is a very good alternative (at least for Mommy and Daddy). Once the run was over Ysabella became very adventurous...

Anthony reluctantly joined and held onto Daddy very snugly.  Good thing he had the beautiful scenery to distract him.

All in all, it was a great activity on a gorgeous day and everyone had a wonderful time.  Oh, who won the great battle?

All of us, of course!!!

Keep up the good sportsmanship, little Nicastros.

And remember, if there were a real race (especially trails) you will all eat Mommy's dust!!

xo:)xo