Fun at Keisie

We had a great weekend riding our bikes on a beautiful farm in Keisie Valley near Montague this weekend. The terrain is absolutely fantastic with great riding for all tastes. GraZer organised the trip for us after thoroughly enjoying the regional enduro event which took place there earlier this year.

I managed to drop my bike on a rocky section and smash my odo on the first day. Francois had a nasty fall in the same spot the following day. Charles got a puncture and little Jonathan almost passed out from heat exhaustion and dehydration at one point. But despite all that, we had a ball!

GraZer was an outstanding host as always and patiently led us all through a variety of terrain ranging from easy to eish! The man is a machine! I don't know where he gets the energy from. The family rode like champions and thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

This was taken on top of a koppie on the farm. There is an awesome 360 degree panoramic view from the top of it. We were so proud of Reece for making it to the top! It was the steepest hill climb he's ever done on his little bike.



GraZer managed to pack all our bikes into the braai lapa at night. The sun shining on the bikes in the morning reminded me of a bike shop showroom window.



We're hoping to go back again in January. It was really excellent fun!

It hurts!

Since Gareth died, I just haven't had anything to write about. Things I used to enjoy (like blogging) just seem so irrelevant now.

I have always sympathised with people who have lost a loved one but I never imagined how difficult it would be to bear the tremendous grief that comes with the sudden, unexpected loss of a brother in the prime of his life.

This grief is like an unbearable weight that never seems to lift. It comes in waves. Its effects are profound. There are good days and bad days. Life goes on but it will never be the same again. The world somehow seems just a little bit darker.

I know Gareth is having a ball! He is with his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. He is rejoicing, reunited with Laddie, Nana and all the others who went before him. I know that we will meet again when my time comes, but I miss him so much! I am so grateful for the wonderful memories. Memories which I will treasure forever.