Today is the birthday of an old friend. We go back a long way, all the way back to elementary school. My friend is a remarkable person – full of joy, sweet, smart, kind, curious, adventurous, and always helpful. He is one terrific guy. I went on a bike ride with him this summer in the Rockies in Canada. Here are some pictures from the ride that capture his spirit, including his sometimes playful, dare I say, cheeky nature.
At the start of the ride.
At the Goats and Glaciers viewpoint.
The lovely couple.
Do not know what happened here!
Supporting a fellow rider up a challenging slope.
He is his own man,
but I am not sure what he is doing here.
They both have one foot in the Banff National Park and the other in the Jasper National Park.
The explorer on Parker Ridge
probably looking at Saskatchewan Glacier (not in the picture) in the distance.
He gives a friendly wave as we head out to our stop for the evening at The Crossing Resort.
He was the first to venture into the glacier fed waters of Waterfowl lake. It was cold!
Here he is returning from an exploration in the vicinity of Bow Summit.
The friendly wave.
Happy birthday and happy trails, my friend!
Splattered Brains 
Kuria
What a good description of the experience and time spent . I enjoyed it buddy . Have a safe trip .
Ramu
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Kuria, you’ve strung together a lovely montage for Koushik’s birthday
that capture his dimply one-of-a-kindness.
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That looks like an amazing trip. What vistas.
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Cool photos and compilation Kuria.
Cheeky – I prefer the parrot!
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