Every so often I am asked what The Kindness Bicycle Ride for Heroes is about. I assume with the big signs attached to The Kindness Bicycle that it is self explanatory. I think when I am asked this, people want to know what I am trying to accomplish.
I love talking about this awareness campaign and it’s intent to let everyone know who the real heroes are in today’s society; the individuals who protect our liberties and freedom. This 4,000 mile, 7 month campaign is educating many while creating conversation between even more. It is what I like to call my “Desire to Inspire.”
The miles I ride each day in Boulder are so enjoyable. I stay near traffic for high visibility but at times ride along Boulder Creek which has an incredible view. It is always hard to leave this town but with this ride half over, the east coast is calling.

Boulder has been the perfect host city once again. Every time The Kindness Bus Tour rolls through this town it is as of the entire town opens its arms for a collective hug.
The entire crew at Snooze, an A.M. eatery were a big help. They insisted that The Kindness Bus be parked directly in front of their restaurant all day every day. It is nice to feel so welcome. Dan King from the Boulder Outlook Hotel provided overnight privileges once again as did Aaron from the local McDonalds. Reed, Lisa and others were a big help in caring for Bogart in my absence. They are big dog lovers, but then how could anyone not like Bogart?
Every time I see a “Welcome to Boulder” sign, I’ll know they are talking to me.

In 1994, Boulder, Colorado Police Officer Beth Haynes made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. She was first to respond to a domestic disturbance at an apartment complex. A bystander wouldn’t heed her commands to leave the area so she took the initiative to protect him. It was then the assailant took her life. She epitomizes the true Hero we see every day when Police and Firefighters respond to calls that can put them in harm’s way.
Officer Haynes must have been a very popular person. During my all day honor ride in Boulder today, it was as if I was a local celebrity. Horns blew, well wishes were offered, honks and waves were commonplace. It was a true Hero’s tribute for Officer Beth Haynes.

Outside of the Boulder Police Department Administration building is a memorial garden, dedicated to the six Boulder Police Officers who gave their lives in the line of duty. I visited the Police facility and Detective Kurt Foster took the time to talk with me about the men and women who paid the ultimate price. I was amazed that the last two Heroes to die in the line of duty were women. Tomorrow, I will ride all day in honor of the most recent fatality.
Today’s weather was ideal, allowing to make up some of the miles I missed out on during the 3 days of rain. Boulder is a great town and everyone here seems to support The Kindness Bicycle Ride for Heroes as I ride past them.

“I wish my mom was here to see this with us,” said a single mom with her daughter this Mother’s Day morning. Reading the phrases onThe Kindness Bus brought her to tears, tears of joy. If I had to make a guess, I would estimate  500 moms walked by The Kindness Bus today. Most weren’t as emotional, but most, if not all, took the time to read at least one phrase. The Kindness Bus was cozied up to the curb and the captive audience walking by and those waiting for up to 2 hours for a table at Snooze, a local restaurant were able to read the 400 or so phrases. At one time during the course of this day, I witnessed 6 moms reading The Kindness Bus with their children.
Watching this crowd wasn’t the best part, hearing the conversations was. Kindness, taught by moms on Mother’s Day is a time tested core value every day of the year. The Kindness Bus, with its messages, started some great conversations with mothers standing nearby and those watching from above.
A joyous Mother’s Day to all moms!

Starting the past few days at 4:45AM to get the best parking spot in town has paid dividends. The foot traffic is key to viewing The Kindness Bus. I love watching at a distance, within earshot of moms and dads explaining what some of the writings on The Kindness Bus means to them.
Riding The Kindness Bicycle between the raindrops today, was a bit challenging at times, but had a great impact on many. I think riding in the rain shows to others, my dedication to this cause.
Friend, Nawang Khechog stopped by The Kindness Bus as I was getting ready to ride The Kindness Bicycle. This proud Tibetan man and I spent time together catching up on what has been going on in each other’s lives since this past fall. Nawang lives an incredible life of kindness and compassion towards the world we live in. I always feel enlightened by our conversations. What a beautiful man of peace he is.

During the nearly 4 months since the beginning of The Kindness Bicycle Ride for Heroes, all of the towns have one thing in common, it doesn’t rain too often. Looking forward to getting some things done that I have put off for a while was a big help in accomplishing most of my list.
Today I had an interview for The Mahalo Show by its founder, Jessica Dancingheart. This film project will feature several individual’s acts of kindness and their cause and effect. It should make for an interesting film and help to spread the word about the goal of One Million Acts Of Kindness.
Sarah and Suzi, two Boulder residents stopped by to express their gratitude. Sarah has volunteered to help in her spare time, with growing this mission to others across the country.
Erin, a Boulder High School junior, was glad to see The Kindness Tour come to her town.
Today’s welcome rain needs to continue for another day to give me more time to complete my continual list of chores.