The bikers of Bike 4 Chai have just completed their up to 150 mile journey, to Camp Simcha Special- the happiest place on earth!! The entire camp was very well prepared for their arrival, and were all lined up the last stretch of path to the finish line. As they pulled in, you could literally feel the energy as every camper, staff member, and bike 4 chai guest cheered, and danced in a legendary fashion. I stand corrected from what I said in my last post…THIS was one of the most epicly pumping moments in camp all summer! The emotion of the well motivated bikers met the unbridled enthusiasm of hundreds of campers and staff. It is for moments like these that the expression “Kodak moment” was invented.
Afterwards, we made our way to the gym where the camp put on a short, dynamic presentation in order to express our extreme gratitude to everyone who was involved in this years Bike 4 Chai. You could clearly see the expression on all of the bikers faces, as they looked around and realized what meaningful work they have done and what a warm family they have just entered. Things hit a climax as one camper addressed the crowd and explained the challenges he has personally gone through. “From not being able to feel like one of the regular kids on the block, to not being able to do physical sports like riding a bike…but here in Camp Simcha Special all I feel ever day is happiness. I am surrounded by boys just like myself, with loving and caring counselors and staff members who’s love and care can literally be felt”.
Thank you everyone who participated in Bike 4 Chai!!