Gabriel Riding in the Mountains

 

My son in law, in French they say Beau Fils which literally translates as:

Beautiful Son,

often bundles Gabriel up for a bicycle ride.

As we live at the base of an

the extraordinary mountain which is known as Saint Baume

where there are miles of unending trials 

through wild nature, lavender, rosemany, big skies, ruins, and grapevines

Gabriel benefits a feast for his senses.

My Beautiful Son Martin packs a picnic, extra supplies and heads out for hours

they take breaks, naps, explore and come home.

 

As soon as Gabriel wakes up in the morning

he lets everyone know he wants to go for a bike ride.

He grabs our hand and takes us to the glass door and points

to the bicycle, then runs for his helmet.

He loves riding, the longer the ride, and I mean hours long,

th better

he is the happiest camper.

I would love to give Gabriel a ride on the bicycle

but the bike is too high for me

even with the seat lowered nearly to the ground

my feet barely reach the pedals

that is one of the setbacks living with giants.

And guess what?

Gabriel is nearly as tall as I am.

He will be able to pedal me

around by the time he is two. 

 

Look at the delicious little biscuit!

He is our grounding source

our roots go deep

and the horizon seems brighter.

 

Comments

[Susan (in Zurich)]

Oh, he is a darling boy.
Bless his heart!
And yours .. thanks for sharing these photos.

[Jeanne]

Oh your stories makes me smile and bring me so much joy.
Treasure every golden moment with your precious family
I love you and send blessings to you all
Love Jeanne

[Anna]

Ohmygoodness —- my heart is melting —- your Beautiful Son story, your precious Gabriel —- your mountain. Takes my breath away! Thank you!!!

[Kathy]

Beautiful post, Corey! Sweet boy has so many adventures and is so well-loved. What a bright light and blessing for all. 💕

[Jennifer Phillipps]

Lovely to see the darling Gabriel again and nice to know he is already having big adventures.....that final photo is so delightful, he looks like he is about to gobble up the countryside! Cheers from NZ. Jennifer

[Teddee Grace]

He really is a little biscuit. So cute and already joining the adventurers in your family! Hope you all have a safe and happy holiday season.

[Christeen]

So true, your little biscuit will grow up way too fast - enjoy every moment you can and thank you for sharing such a beautiful spirit of Gabriel.

[Patrizia]

😂 Cheeky bambino! 🥰

[jackie]

Yum, yum, yum!

[Judyo.]

Oh my Corey. He is beautiful. You must kiss those cheeks all day. How wonderful he will love outdoor adventures like his father and grandfather!

[Texas Francophile]

What a delicious little biscuit!!!! Thank you for sharing Gabriel with us as it always brings on big smiles😀

[Jennie]

Yes indeed. A delicious little biscuit.

[Alan]

A beautiful child.

[Momof5]

Beautiful photos! Beautiful Baby and Beautiful son in law!

[Chico Sue]

What a perfect name for him, "a delicious little biscuit"! I know you didn't ask, but my advice is for you to find a bicycle or even a tricycle that fits you so you can get in on the adventures with this adorable little creature. You can ask Santa Claus for one for Christmas. Bicycling is as good for you as hiking, non?

[RebeccaNYC]

How do you keep from eating him up?! How wonderful he is already on a bike. xoxoxo

[Shelley Noble]

Such a delicious little biscuit! So like Chelsea and Martin.

[Marilyn]

How sweet! The rides are so good for them both. My grandson really took off on his bike this year and now he and his dad are going on amazing bike rides out in the country. Thankful his dad sends me pictures so I can enjoy vicariously.