Both our kids are in the process of learning new skills this spring. Just last week we got out Samantha's bike, which she is almost too big for, and she has decided to learn. Last summer we worked on her riding for a while, but she wasn't quite ready. She didn't make the commitment in her mind to figure it out, so we waited until the snow melted just enough last Saturday. She is really coming along! Day before yesterday she rode (with me jogging behind her, of course) up to the post office (about 1/4 mile) and back again. She sure felt good being able to go longer and longer distances and figuring out how to stop with a foot down. I'm looking forward to riding along side soon, rather than running. I got a bit tired... (Kudos to Connor for taking such nice pictures for me... :)
The other fun activity we've discovered this year is four-wheeling. Connor is now driving one (sometimes with a passenger, sometimes without)! He's getting a lot more comfortable after about 5 short trips around different parts of town. It's great to see him have a little apprehension when going through a tricky spot and then have a huge smile after successfully menuvering the terrain. Here are a few shots I have taken this week...
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| This one I took today of Reindeer Hill over the Jack River. It was a beautiful afternoon. |
I love your pictures--and the stories that go with them! Y'all look like real Alaskans on those four-wheelers. :) Congratulations, Samantha, on "conquering" your bicycle. Great photography, Connor! You do a good job of sharing Alaskan life with the rest of the world, Erin. Thank you.
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So fun to read about all of this even though we've talked about these adventures you're having opn the phone. The pictures bring it all to life. Isn't it rewarding to see the kids gain confidence in so many areas. Great job!! Love, Mom(heart)
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