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Why Didn't We Think of This?




I found this picture here and I love it. Balance bike with aero bars - how cool is that? Of course, this picture was taken in Europe. But I am excited that balance bikes are getting more popular in the States as well. They are the best.


Noah actually 'raced' his first triathlon at age 3 on a pedal bike. I love to go back and read his 'race report' and look at the pictures. He is a stud! Go here if you want to see how much fun he had!

Max really wants to do a triathlon as well this year but, as evidenced by Karl again today, has no interest in switching from his balance bike to a regular bike. Maybe his little Swiss friend will let him borrow his awesome ride!

As for me, I am getting back into the swing of things here at home. It's good to be back to 'the grind'. Except that I don't think of my daily routine as 'the grind'. I love everyday life! And if I did not, then I would need to change something because holidays make up only a tiny part of our lives. As I was just reminded by my friend and fellow triathlete, Beth Shutt:

Happiness is a Choice

Although, I agree, it is not terribly hard to chose to be happy if you are as blessed as I am.








Comments

Irwin (Lou) Purcell said…
You guys are amazing.
Luhi
January 05, 2012
Beth said…
You are so right! Not terriby hard to be happy when you love what you are doing and are blessed as we are. Happy training Sarah! :)
January 06, 2012
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