“Do you affirm that you have been properly trained in the use and care of this equipment?” I read the form out loud, jokingly. “I do.” I glanced up and realized that Clara was taking this process very seriously. “Oh..” I initialed the first line of the form, then I cleared my throat and continued. “Okay. Do you promise to always wear proper safety equipment, such as helmets, pads and proper shoes while riding?” “I do.” She held her right hand in the air for some reason as she answered. She was staring hard, speaking in soft solemn tones. “Okay…” I initialed the next line on the liability form, while we waited for the man to finish pumping up the tires on her new…