Last Wednesday, we celebrated two years of pure, uber-not the driving kind, bliss. When you think back to last Wednesday there weren’t too many things that were different from any other Wednesday. You had a bounce, some time to introduce yourself to someone new, an explanation of a workout, a wicked sweat, birthday booms and the positivity award. There were a lot of party hats and bagels but whether this was your first workout or your second birthday anniversary the expectation remains the same . You show up and your desire to be present and partake is always appreciated and encouraged. Your willingness to invite and include others is never frowned upon or neglected. Your growth whether it be physical, mental or emotional does not go unnoticed. Your love for this community is not only local but international.
2 years of Wednesdays
2 years of smiles, hugs and high fives
2 years of outdoor fun in our city
2 years of learning
2 years since Bojan surprisingly graced us with his tall Serbian presence
2 years of community
2 years of cheer stations, socials, PRs, friendships, proud moments, new races and carpools
2 years (ish?) of biker gangs
2 years of planning summits, and connecting with cities outside of Ottawa
2 winters, countless snowstorms, rainy days, cold, dark mornings
2 years of sunrises
2 years of wonderful humans gathering to celebrate our bodies
2 years of fierce workouts, challenges, new movements, testing limits
2 years of communities bursting lovingly into other fitness communities, sharing special moments and positivity in other parts of the city
2 years of life stuff, with the people of this community being there for us no matter what
2 years of coffees, connections, meaningful mornings, starting the day off right
This community continues to show up, week in and week out- based on community, inclusivity, positivity, accountability and connection. NP wouldn’t be where it is today without the individuals who make up the community, for those who show up on the next Wednesday. Whether you are there every Wednesday, once a month, or twice a year, you are welcomed and make the mornings shine brighter.
Thank you for two years of Wednesdays beyond. We would not want to be ANYWHERE else but with all of you.
Our love and gratitude,
Liz and Lauren xo
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
- Holiday Monday Pop-Up workout happening at : Lakeside Avenue 6:29am
- Race Weekend is fast approaching and you need a new tagged tee – NEXT Wednesday we are TAGGING #grassrootsgear. Bring a light-coloured shirt: we spray in black across the chest.
- Race weekend Cheer Station: stay tuned
- Shakeout Run happening on Saturday, May 25th 10am meeting at Parliament Hill. We are running along the Portage bridge and across the Alexandria
- We are at TD Place next Wednesday, outside the stadium
