Relay for Life 2009

The whole Stewardson family participated in Relay for Life this weekend.  Our friend Lisa Benton organized a team called "Bev's Bunch" in memory of Beverly.  We had several fund raisers in the past few weeks and were able to raise several thousand dollars for the American Cancer Society.  The theme this year was Christmas and the back of our shirts said "Jingle all the way to a Cure".  Thomas and Will were anxious to hit the track and walk a few laps.I asked them to say "cheese" before they took off.  Thomas was actually happy to cooperate.  Will, on the other hand, seemed to have an itchy nose!And they're off!  Paw Paw, Daddy, Will and ThomasWill took a break to sit with Mark and get some tips on how to play video games.  And then Thomas climbed in Marks lap and helped himself to some Skittles!Next Thomas hung out with Josh for a little bit.

Finally, he stopped by to visit with Paw Paw.

Will enjoyed watching all of the walkers/runners that were on the track.

Will and Mommy

Thomas and Mommy
Will and Daddy (both saying "cheese" and the photographer instructed!)  

The family Sam, Laura, Will and Thomas

Did I mention cousins Gray and Luke (and their parents) were there, too?  They had fun pushing Thomas and Will in the stroller.  Thankfully Uncle Ben was close by to supervise!
Thomas with yet another "cheesy" smile!

Gray was sweet to share his chips with Thomas ~ which was good because I have a feeling Thomas would've helped himself anyway!
Thomas and his sweet friend Allie ~ these two are quite a pair!
Here's Allie's attempt at getting Thomas and Will to take a picture with her ~ not much luck, huh?

Thomas helped Paw Paw carry the spirit stick during the luminary ceremony.
Will was very tired by the time the night was over so Daddy gave him a ride around the track.  It was a nice night and a wonderful way to honor loved ones who have lost their battle with cancer, as well as those who continue to fight.  

Take a look back at pictures from Relay for Life 2008