Lake Region —Arthur Strawbridge, the Peterson-Warren Academy health teacher, is teaching us about the importance of exercise and its connection with God. To illustrate his point, the12th-grade health class went on a bike ride.

With a cool morning breeze blowing against our faces, we started at 9:15 a.m. The 22-mile trip took us on bike trails through several parks. Along the way, we stopped for occasional breaks and ate lunch in Oakwood Metro Park, which was the last park we rode through.

Through this experience, we learned the importance of endurance and strength. Even when we wanted to give up, we all kept going and stuck with it until the end. Although my legs were tired and I could no longer sit on my bike seat, I kept going. I think this was a great experience for all participants. We were able to fellowship in love and enjoy the beauty of God’s creation.

Sherelle Palmer, Peterson-Warren Academy senior