We all have days that we can remember on the trail that will forever be singularly important to each of us. Maybe it was the first time you cleaned a rock garden that had always struck fear into you just at the sight, or it may have been that first mud ride, or the simple ride along a rail trail that reminded you of feeling like a kid again.
Today, I took Josslin's training wheels off and witnessed the greatest day of my bike riding life; and I was on roller blades. Rodale park will forever be remembered as the place my daughter and I experienced true freedom together! Her energy and excitement was intoxicating, her singing while she rode was heart warming, her little legs pedaling faster and faster, her ponytail blowing behind her was unforgetable. Pure grace in motion. Discovery. Courage. Growth. And of course Passion.
The pinnacle was hearing her say in the car on our way to "Old McDonalds" to celebrate was "I love you Daddy, thanks for taking my training wheels off"
Tears!