First off let me start by saying ...I sure am proud to be your sister. You have way more strength and determination than I do. Mike, while I know you trained some for this race...how does one really train for the mental aspects of something like this? Even the best bikes and bodies have to be driven my a strong mind and continuous positive attitude.
Your race has consumed my daily routines, as it has the rest of your family. But let me tell you, I feel like the weight of the world has been lifted from my shoulders. I am so proud of what you've accomplished, but now I don't have to worry nearly as much about your health and safety. While I am saddened that you had to make a difficult decision to pull out of the "race" I know that you knew what was best. Ride the race, or make the film. What an awesome opportunity you have. You got to ride and see the most beautiful part of the country (ahem, coming from a Montana native). Yet now; you get to portray that in a film that will show people what all of you riders are really about.
We've been fortunate to see some of the photos that Kevin has posted, it really gives me a greater sense of what you riders are dealling with out there. I can only imagine what this film is going to portray. Besides the beautiful scenery and tough trails, I am really looking forward at the stories it's going to tell. The stories of life, perservence, determination and growth.
Way to go bro'! Keep up the good work and see ya soon.
Love,
Kelli, Eric and the girls
WOW !!
Where does one begin...
First off let me start by saying ...I sure am proud to be your sister. You have way more strength and determination than I do. Mike, while I know you trained some for this race...how does one really train for the mental aspects of something like this? Even the best bikes and bodies have to be driven my a strong mind and continuous positive attitude.
Your race has consumed my daily routines, as it has the rest of your family. But let me tell you, I feel like the weight of the world has been lifted from my shoulders. I am so proud of what you've accomplished, but now I don't have to worry nearly as much about your health and safety. While I am saddened that you had to make a difficult decision to pull out of the "race" I know that you knew what was best. Ride the race, or make the film. What an awesome opportunity you have. You got to ride and see the most beautiful part of the country (ahem, coming from a Montana native). Yet now; you get to portray that in a film that will show people what all of you riders are really about.
We've been fortunate to see some of the photos that Kevin has posted, it really gives me a greater sense of what you riders are dealling with out there. I can only imagine what this film is going to portray. Besides the beautiful scenery and tough trails, I am really looking forward at the stories it's going to tell. The stories of life, perservence, determination and growth.
Way to go bro'! Keep up the good work and see ya soon.
Love,
Kelli, Eric and the girls