Last week we took the boys to the church parking lot to ride their bikes. We insisted that Liam bring the bike without training wheels. Nathan and I took turns supporting him and each of us tried letting go a few times, but as soon as Liam realized he stopped. He rode for a few seconds, but Holding onto the back of a bike seat + running = Backache! We didn't get far that night. The next night Nathan was working late so I took the boys myself. I tried to help Liam, but didn't last long before I needed a break. I told Liam to push off his pedal and keep trying while I went to help Caleb with his pedaling. Honestly, I didn't think he'd do much on his own, but as is so often the case--he surprised me! I hadn't been helping Caleb for more than a minute, when I looked up to see Liam riding away on his own. Within a few minutes he was riding over the curbs and bumpy gutters, racing around on his two wheels. This kid is fearless. It is so fun to see my boys learn new things. If only I learned as quickly as they do. Way to go Liam! 
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I love the moment they learn to ride a 2 wheeler! Our 6 year old just learned a couple of weeks ago. Once they get it the fear is gone and they all of a sudden become confident and fearless! Way to go Liam!
So exciting to see them progress. So now I know, potty training is just the beginning....
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