Well, like everything with your kids; "they get it when they get it".   Whether it's walking, potty training, reading or riding their bike.  We tried teaching Max and Sophie to ride their bikes without training wheels late Spring.  They both struggled time and time again.  On Sunday, Sophie was ready for the challenge once again and she took to it like a duck to water.  We practiced on the grass in our backyard first and then the back patio. 

The look on her face was priceless.  Pure amazement and excitement.  Her first ride without Daddy holding on to any part of her bike from beginning to end put the biggest smile on her face.  She immediately proceeded to get off of her bike and with absolute passion wrap both arms around the handlebars saying "oh, I love you so much bike". 

At this point Max has had just about enough of sister learning everything before big brother.  He is soooo over her.  Dan told him "Max, you were the first born, you will always have that".  He wears that badge with pride.