We all hope that our children will never come to
harm. This I agree to, however, you can only coddle so much. I
for one, as a mom of two boys who've developed an interest in riding, can't
say how much enjoyment I have. A lifelong sport, where I can compete -with- my
children. This is something that will be very precious to me, watching them ride
about, brings tears my eyes. Given a choice, I'd rather be involved with
them, in a sport, then having them sit on the sidelines, or worse yet,
hanging out at the local 7-11, finding trouble to get into. This is an
experience where they learn things that can't be replaced. Responsibilty, caring
for animals, sportsmanship, and a myriad other things, that I can't even think
of.
