Zonked!


I just can't resist putting this photo on my blog! Nike finished in 2nd place after leading for the majority of the race - so they were a bit disappointed, but philosophical too....and very pleased to finally be able to get some sleep!

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Kate Pedley said…
He he! Great photo! Hope you guys are both keeping well (well apart from Chris` self-inflicted) :) In case you haven`t seen it, we have a blog here too now: dandkpedley.blogspot.com
Lots of hugs
Kate
November 19, 2009 at 4:05 PM
HeleneSuzanne said…
The claw will be back to fight another day. In the meantime he will just have to use his other hand to lift the jul øl! :-)
November 30, 2009 at 4:42 AM
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