BICYCLE…MY LOVE!
18-07-2013
Three years old, on vacation in Nea Makri, I couldn’t get off my little red tricycle, not even during lunch and dinner! A baby blue BMX, was my next bicycle that was literally falling apart from overuse, while a mountain bike was my way of transport during all my school years. I can still remember the warm feeling of freedom that I felt on its uncomfortable saddle, and the daily route from home to school and back, that was my mental shelter during the demanding period of final exams. Five years as a college student, a driver’s license, seven years of office work far away from home, two moves, a marriage and two kids later, my last bicycle was covered in dust in the storage room, as well as my childish nonchalance. Last week though, having my name day, I received one of the best presents ever! An electric bike, that is as simple to ride as my first tricycle. The sole difference between now and then is the kid’s safety seat behind the driver, caring my three year old son (yes, the one in the picture above!) and some super market load. The enthusiasm and the wide smile on my face, I can assure you, stay still the same!