We had an almost great bike adventure on Saturday. We made a picnic, loaded up the bikes with children and supplies, and headed north to Capitol Hill. I knew the route but didn't quite communicate it to Laramie. So when she kept going straight down the steep hill instead of turning, and then tried to take the turn at the last minute, she made the turn but the trailer with Windham in it didn't. It toppled over. Fortunately he has securely strapped in and other than a few short cries, he was back to sleep in a minute. I am glad it happened. Good to know this set up works well.
We made it to the Hill with smiles on our faces and the accident nerves gone.
Then we were reminded of the many reasons we did not like living on Capitol Hill. In short, too much smoking, street kids tweaking with their rats, more street kids having public sex, agro dudes…At least we didn't have any poop incidents. ( We have lots of poop stories from our time living on Capitol Hill).
Harper had a great time playing on the big toys and swinging, for the first time.
So in short, the biking was great, the family was great, the destination, not so great. But I am happy to know we can load up and ride anywhere we want to go!
Oh and did I mention Laramie rode all the way in her skirt and red heels?
3 comments:
Argh, stupid Blogger. I have to be "anomymous" here.
Where were those photos taken?
We have a lot of nostalgia for Cap Hill, rats, tweaking, poop, and all. But I can see how you would prefer your new neighb.
David
ex-Cap Hill
These photos were taken just outside the bike tunnel overlooking 1-90.
We tried to get old Rainy in the background but our camera isn't that advanced.
The concert was at Cal Anderson Park, which is super nice these days. There were lots of kids and families playing at the playground. But overall, Capitol Hill isn't overly friendly to the children, in my limited experience.
Laramie, you look amazing! I'm constantly riding in skirts although I don't wear heels. I do own a pair but only wore them the once.
So great to see you both out having a great time.
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