Our friends Patrick and Cheri Hasburgh built a skate park in their front yard for their son. It is really amazing and they even brought in graffiti artists from Guadalajara to add some amazing color. Being the generous and great people that they are, other children are welcome to enjoy the park as well and Cheri has even enlisted a local skateboarder and surfer, Carlos, to come in and teach the kids to skate.
Alex has really taken to skateboarding and actually loves it. She has improved greatly, is very brave and has huge determination and focus while she is skating. I don't know if she notices but she is the only girl there. We love it because it is a safe environment, everyone there cheers each other on and encourages and is supportive of each other. The other day Alex graduated to the "BIG" ramp. Being her first time she fell and as you can imagine it did not feel too well. She stood there trying very hard to hide her tears as she held her arm that she fell on. After about 10 seconds and encouragement from Carlos she composed herself and with her skateboard she got back in line to try again. Everyone there erupted in cheers, applauds and encouragement for her. You could see her smile break through her tears.
Love it! Super cool, way to go Alex!
ReplyDeleteMairead hopes to be able to skate with you soon!