Poiana Marului

Every summer, my dancing friends and I had a tradition of going to Brebu Nou for a week getaway. It was our way of disconnecting from the routine, enjoying nature, and spending quality time together. This time, I decided to do something different.... I brought my mountain bike with me.

One day, two friends and I set out on a spontaneous mission: bike all the way to Semenic Mountain and then ride back down to Brebu. It was tough.. the uphill climbs were long and challenging, and the downhill ride tested every bit of focus I had. But it was also super exciting and gave me a rush I hadn’t felt before. That experience made me fall even more in love with mountain biking. The tired muscles and muddy clothes were more than worth it.

I also had Geena with me that week, and having her there made everything even more special. At night, we’d sit by the fire together while everyone shared stories, laughed, and stared into the flames. I remember petting her soft fur as she lay curled next to me, both of us calm and happy. Those small, peaceful moments, just me, Geena, the fire, and good company, are memories I’ll always carry with me.