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Saturday morning we woke up and enjoyed the already warming weather.
Mike went for an early morning walk. The whole family (kitties included) enjoyed sitting on the porch and enjoying bright mid-morning light pouring in.
We even let the kitties outside and Spike quickly zeroed in on a small patch of grass near the garage he could eat.

After gymnastics Adam, Amy, and I headed over to the Village Peddler to look at kids’ bikes. I had gotten it in my head that it was important to get Adam a 2 wheel bike (with training wheels) to enjoy the warm weather. Adam picked out a blue Trek bike (20” frame). He was so excited he tried to ride around in the store. As soon as we got home we got ready to go on a bike ride. I pulled my bike down and put some air in the tires.

After an almost immediate fall into water, ice and snow at the base of the driveway we set out and rode 1.2 miles. Not bad for a first ride on 2 wheels all by yourself.

The next day Adam was bugging me for another bike ride. Although it was colder, I agreed and dressed him lightly but warmly and we set out again.
This time we rode 2 miles (to Willy Bikes on West Wash) and stopped to do some shopping. We picked up a new front reflector, a water bottle, and a blinky-reflector to wear on your pants or arm. Here we stopped as we decided that I’d leave my 7 year old bike there for a thorough checkup before spring and they get really busy. Also, tune-ups are currently 20% off at Willy Bikes through 2/22/09. They said your bike should be ready Tuesday.

Monday they called at 3pm to say it was done. I was ecstatic! Despite the predictions of rain I opted to walk down to Willy Bikes, pick up the bike and ride the 2 miles home. When I left work, it was very lightly raining.
When I left Willy Bikes it was pouring. By the time I got home, I was soaked everywhere except my feet. (Hooray for water-proof winter boots).
The rain was cold, wet, and pelting me in the face and thighs. It was NOT a pleasant ride. At least it was only 2 miles. Blech.

And now… the cold weather is coming again with promises of snow and freezing temps. I guess we’ll store the bikes until real spring hits. I can hardly wait!