Adventure

It feels like a little while since I had a proper adventure on my own. In some ways I see life as one long adventure, and parenting certainly can be, but it feels as if lots of my adventuring over recent years has needed to be child friendly, and often led by them. So I'm very pleased to have adventured alone today. I was delighted by the route that unfolded rather than the more road-based one I'd mapped out. There are some amazing leafy cycle paths, and it was gorgeous to cycle along the riverside, sun glinting on the miniature waves. Maybe it was 'cos it was a sunny bank holiday weekend, but so many people said hello or at least smiled as I whistled went past. I'd be lying if I said I loved every second – I've discovered road surface makes a massive impact on enjoyment levels, and I wouldn't want to take my kids on the first/last part of the route where there's no cycle path, just heavy traffic. But I did thoroughly enjoy it, and know that actually my best adventures are those that are shared (why do you think I blog?). So I shall figure how I can get my kids and our bikes to the Guild Wheel so we can explore together :D