Buttercup the Bike

Erin's bike was way to small.  She got it when she was 5, and has finally outgrown it.  We've passed it down to a great friend who I'm sure will love it.  So, today at the consignment shop, Erin got a new-to-her bike.  The kicker -- no training wheels.  Erin has been talking about taking her training wheels off all summer.  She even tried with Grandpa, but they couldn't quite get it worked out, so back on they went.  This afternoon mommy returned with a great red and white bike -- named Buttercup.  Erin was anxious and ready to give her a try.

We started off slowly, but gained a bit of confidence quickly.  After a few minor tips, we took a break and headed inside.  Forty minutes later we were back on the bike.  This time mommy let go, and Erin rode on her own all the way to the bridge.  Way to go girl.  She couldn't wait to show her daddy when he got home.

After dinner we went back out for a few more runs down the road.  She grew more and more comfortable with each attempt.  She is so proud of being able to "almost" ride her bike on her own.  Give her a week and she'll be tooling around the neighborhood annoying all the neighbors!!