Kira Vs. The Bike

We have finally reached a new milestone -- riding the bike.  After 3 excruciating days of attempting to ride her bike without training wheels, Kira has done it!  Okay, so it wasn't that bad...but there was a lot of frustration on both parts and there was a lot of tears and complaining on hers!  It definitely wasn't a walk in the park.

We still need to work on some things -- starting off on our own, brakes, and riding on the right side of the road. I think I have just as many bumps and bruises but she can now ride!  My parents are visiting so this was great for them to see.  Dad said she needs a t-shirt that says 'I learned to ride my bike at gunpoint.'

Yesterday was her first day of riding without assistance and let me tell you she wore me out!  I have been wanting to lose some weight and I think this will do it.  My legs (shins) are in great pain.  I am going to have to take it easy and try to remember how to run again.  There is no speed walking now.

Getting prepared...

Off she goes again!

Proud Daddy and Papa waiting!

As she passed me in the last photo she was saying, 'I know I can, I know I can, I know I can...'  I am one proud Mama today!