Some people would have been discouraged by the biker’s indifference … Woody returned from his ride filled with inspiration:  “What if we start an initiative that inspires kindness on the trail by waving?” he said.

At first, I didn’t get it. did he fall off his bike and hit his head? “you know, just wave!” he lifted his hand. “you just wave! you wave! we wave!”

I was still a little dubious. just … wave? But instead of sending him for a ct scan, I went with it. Why not? We could all use a little more kindness these days, right?

With all our technology and devices, it’s never been harder to make genuine connections. The global pandemic showed us how much we need community. By waving we look up and engage with others — even if it’s just for a moment. Sure, I’m often too self-absorbed or distracted to acknowledge that another human being — another amazing, miraculous individual —is right in front of me. I might not ever see this person again — or we might become life-long friends. either way, waving reminds me to be present and honor that individual as they continue on their journey and I continue on mine.

That’s what we wave is all about, spreading kindness and connection on life’s trail, wherever that is for you🖐️