Because we were both at home we
considered going to an Amish store to the south of Iowa City. However after
checking the football schedule it was decided that life could be a lot better
by staying away from the area on a home game day. Instead we rode our bikes to
a co-op store that is just off the bike trail. Leroy has gotten there by this
method, but I never had. It was certainly easy except for crossing a four lane
street. At least when we were there the street was not as busy as I have seen
it be from time to time.
Even though I was hot, tired, hungry,
and thirsty on the way home, I voted to ride around the lake so we could check
out any wild life. Wild life was taking a break as we saw almost no water birds
and the fish were out of sight even though there were plenty of fisher people
out to try their luck.
We had hoped to see pelicans as I had
seen an article about what might be seen on the lake. Leroy wisely said that
earlier or later would be a better time than getting close to noon.
I did see some of the red leafed
poison ivy that was also mentioned in the article. As was stated it was far
enough from the trail as to not be a problem. A few fall wildflowers were also
in evidence.
As we came up to a bridge with Leroy
in front, I looked ahead to see a bike rider just two or three feet in front
Leroy with cell phone in hand, coming solidly in our lane. I yelled, “Whoa!”
He tore his attention away from his
phone, looked up, and swerved into his lane. “Pay attention!” I then hollered
and at the last minute added, “Please!”
No wonder there are so many accidents
where phones are involved. I believe we have lost the art of being in the
moment.
Paula
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