Hello,
Yesterday Leroy got in four walking
miles. He was so steady in the rain when I was trying to catch up that I
encouraged him to go out and ride his bike up and down the alley to see how
that went. It went well so we headed out on a longer ride together. I suggested
around the neighborhood, but he wanted to go down to Cedar Lake which is close.
He put his pirate patch over his right
eye so he would be most aware of the traffic on his left because we ride on the
right side of the road. Part of the way there is a designated bike lane that I
think most drivers respect so that also makes it feel safer. I have been
surprised that some people in church noticed that Leroy had the patch on one
eye one week and the other the next. I do not believe I would be so observant.
Leroy told me that several people have commented on it. It certainly adds lightness
to it if it can be used anywhere.
I rode behind Leroy so, “I can pick up
the pieces,” I told him. Actually it is because I thought I would then know
what was going on and could warn him if needed. It certainly made my brain
active, looking out for him and me as well as any lurking potholes along with
cars on the road.
He did just fine. It was wonderful to
get out again and ride around the lake. We even stopped and took in the trees,
water, waves, and ducks. It was refreshing to the soul. It interested me that
there almost no other bicycles out there, but many walkers and a few fisher
people. Some of the best gifts in life are free.
Paula
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