to finish the motorpacing workout that Amy Dombroski never got to
complete two days ago.
My upcoming
cross season is dedicated to Amy. As I tackle
almost all the races she had on her schedule, I will keep her in my thoughts. Every pedalstroke I will be sure to relish -
in her spirit of “play”. This is the
very least I can do for a truly exceptional person - like no other.
When she
was first planning to take on the Belgian cross scene a few years ago, I happily
helped her out with some of the logistics as I had been there…done that. We had a special bond as two of the three
Americans (the 3rd is Jonathan Page who helped me in fact) who
sacrificed lots to follow that dream of being Belgian-based for the cross
season. As I know how difficult it can
be to make that happen, I had much respect for her courage and conviction. She
fought hard and remained strong, even when it got tough and lonely here on the
other side of the world. In such a short period of time, it was amazing
to see what worldwide impact she’s had – all the folks she’s touched - while
following her dreams. xxx
8 comments:
Thanks, Christine. Amy always spoke highly of you. She was a great source of pride for us. She will be sorely missed.
Paul
Thanks for your kind words Paul. It still makes me ill knowing I'm not going to be giving her my usual bear hug, welcoming her back to Belgium. And no more laughs with her at the races here. I do feel lucky that I got to play with her for the last couple of years though.
Soudal Jaarmarktcross Niel 2013
Good stuff Champ!
Don
Soudal Jaarmarktcross Niel 2013
Good Stuff Champ!
bpost bank trofee - GP Hasselt 2013
Go Again Champ!
You inspired.
http://www.strava.com/activities/92789010#1952772440
That's a wonderful tribute Christine.
Just discovered you Christine - loved the video! I am vegan, just under a year now and so much has changed for me. I lost 31kg and can now run 5km up a hill (I am now 49 and feel I have regained my energy that I had at 29 - LOL)
The full story is on my website (http://www.steverobertz.net/writings/planet-vegan/)
I am now taking up cycling, bite size pieces at a time, I pick up my first bike today sometime - the first in 30 years!
You continue to be an inspiration Christine!
Steve (Malaysia)
@ Don, thanks for your kinds words about Niel. :-)
@Chris - thanks. Since then i had collected a couple more Amy stickers for my bike. :-)
@Steve - soooo great to hear about your vegan transformation!! And how much fun you're getting a bike again after 30 years. Reading your story is inspirational for ME! Thanks!
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