We leave at least 30 minutes before school begins for the 2-mile ride. It is the most feel-good way to get to school, yet not without challenges. Among four kids, we have four paces. For the most part, we've narrowed that down to two groupings: the older two ride ahead, while I ride with (or pull) the younger two. We meet at a park, then finish roughly together.
Our greatest stress so far is the fact that one rider has trouble carrying a backpack, which means waiting for me at school. Her partner, however, does not wait before heading to class. Even with a beautiful bike ride, this equals uber-stress!
Such is life. What a challenge it is to feel right in the flow - not behind, not ahead, but content with the beauty of the ride at your own speed. I think that if all my kids can bike with such contentment by the end of the year, it will be a victory. A feeling to seek their whole lives long.
I love this. So amazing to have a safe path to bike to school...not in the streets where the cars are. Wonderful. Riding at one's own speed. A challenge :*)
ReplyDeleteSuggestion according to the news - make sure the backpack is balanced , over both shoulders, and doesn't droop down low. This method prevents back pain.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous way to get to school!
Good idea. It should also be well balanced so that it doesn't pull the rider over on one side.
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