The adventure of our fitness challenge led us to try our hand at skating this past weekend. We all haven’t been on skates in years, maybe even decades. We were pumped although there was a chance we could end on our “Back Bumps” for the majority of the time.

Being flexible, daring, and open can lead to unexpected delights. Once we arrived at the rental location one friend decided to try kangaroo jumps instead of skating. She couldn’t resist the work out benefits of kangaroo jumps plus the funky look. Jump, bounce, jump and she was on her way. For the rest of us, it was rollerblades and skates.

Yes, we took it back to the 70’s and 80’s. Cel-e-brate good times come on!!! We were “Cool in our Gang.” So many people were smiling and making comments about our roller skates. They wanted to rent the skates; some even said they didn’t know that roller skates were still made. Spectators cheered us on with every arm flap to keep our balance. It’s as if we reminded them of the fun they had as a child. The smiles were infectious and gave us energy.

We had so much fun on Hollywood boardwalk. With each bounce and glide; we came, conquered and sweated it out.