They say you never forget how to ride a bike, but I have my doubts. The last time I tried hopping on one, it felt like I was learning all over again. I have sweet memories of pedaling alongside my dad as a child, cruising by the water, admiring beautiful houses and colorful flowers. It was magical. But as an adult? Not so much. I couldn’t balance to save my life, and let’s just say that bike seats are not exactly designed for comfort. I may have even taken a tumble, and after that, I decided that four wheels are far superior to two. Since then, I’ve become one of those drivers who scowls as cyclists whiz by. We are clearly not on the same wavelength.
This past weekend, my partner Sam took the training wheels off our daughter Mia’s bike. Within a few hours, she was zooming up and down the street like she owned the sidewalk. Watching her, I couldn’t help but feel a pang of longing for those family bike rides I once cherished. She looked so proud and free, and for a moment, I envisioned our family cycling together: all five of us in matching spandex, enjoying a picnic at a national park, complete with coordinating sweatshirts. I could picture us biking to the local coffee shop, feeling the burn in our thighs and maybe even gaining some definition. Could that be our reality?
Nah, who am I kidding? I know my limits, and I’m perfectly content living my life without a bike. My trusty minivan is the best way to transport the whole family without leaving me sore the next day. But hey, I might just invest in those matching sweatshirts because that’s the kind of bonding I can totally manage!
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To sum up, while biking may not be my thing, embracing our unique family dynamics and bonding in other ways is what truly matters.