Aislinn's Treasures- Alexis’ Bike Ride in the Rockies

Aislinn's Treasures- Alexis’ Bike Ride in the Rockies

I crack-up when my mom starts singing "Bicycle Race" by Queen when spring rolls around each year.  It seems to be triggered the moment registration opens for the Courage Classic for Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation. 

 

I want to ride my bicycle...bicycle...bicycle!

 

My mama and I joined Summits for Samantha (Summits) this year for the 25^th Annual Courage Classic.    We had so much fun, food, laughter and excitement!  If you are looking for a team that trains, Summits trains pros or amateurs.  If you are looking for support and safety, Summits has it!  If you are looking for adventure, Summits have the best enthusiasts to offer!  If you are looking for a team that has transformed sorrow into beauty, devotion and purpose…Summits for Samantha is the cycling team to join. 

I think we sought the light from Summits for Samantha as much as it desired more riders. This trip would only be me and my mama.  Dad and Nurse Heidi stayed home to care for Aislinn.  The mountains make Aislinn sick.  Stupid seizures!

 

Ssshhhh!  So I have a couple of secrets to share with you.  The night before our ride I was sick to my stomach and my mommy had a migraine.  Roar!  We rode anyway!   Roar!  Nothing was going to stop us from riding!  Kids were depending on us.  My sister Aislinn was cheering for us at home.

Sshhhh!  My mommy worried about me crashing.  I could see it in her eyes.  I did not crash!  I would encourage you to ask my mommy about her meeting the trail with her elbow and helmet.  By the way, thank you fellow rider for fixing her chain! 

 

 

Alan Sirhal, one of our amazing teammates, rode back with us to Copper Mountain after lunch.  It is in his blood to serve and protect.  He encouraged and coached me up the hills even though my legs BURNED!  I will forever think of him as “The Shadow Rider” and I am glad I did not age him this year.   I love my Shadow Rider!

As we headed toward the finish line, David, another one of our awe-inspiring rider, took special care in riding behind me.  I was scared of the passing cars and tired from riding 17 miles!  I do not know his last name but he will forever be known to me as “The Cheerleader Leader”!  I love me Cheerleader Rider!

 

I saved the best for last.  I helped raise over $103,000.00 for Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation by selling lemonade and popsicles!  I made a difference for families who need Children’s Hospital by riding on team Summits for Samantha!  I helped fund the Mito Clinic!  Roar!  Giving thanks...

 

 

 

 

Much love,
Michelle D.  Voss-Shelley, APA
(Mom to seven year old Aislinn with a GRIN1 mutation)