Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Melissa's Pinewood Derby

I know, when you hear Pinewood Derby, Cub Scouts is the first thing to come to mind. Our church group bought a pinewood derby this year for the cub scouts, and thought it would be a fun idea to have the girls have their own "derby". So, the girls jumped at the chance and we had our first ever "girls derby". Steve helped Melissa come up with an idea, and then made it. Here's the final result.
And just an FYI, the entire car is made from the original pinewood derby car kit they were given. All legit. Steve cut down the car, and made their own "pencils" and Melissa worked her magic with paint. {If you look over Melissa's shoulder, check out the tube of lipstick in the back!}

Here was Melissa's first run, she got fourth, but after that, was some smooth sailing. I didn't get more video because I was helping with the refreshments, but Steve did manage to get some pictures.

{Sorry the video won't post for some reason, but I'll try again another time!}

Getting ready for the race...

A second place finish!


Another second place finish!


All in all, it was a fun night and Melissa had a great time with her Dad!

4 comments:

Dean and Cindy Hatch said...

Wow, what a novel idea, girls can race pinewood derby cars! Why didn't we think of that 20 years ago. Mom

Lhone said...

what a clever car, that lipstick one. Someone is creative. And, hey, second place is awesome, Melissa!

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