Who came up
with that line anyway?
“Do something everyday that scares yourself.”
When I feel
the uncomfortable twang I am reminded.
It’s
everyday now, although getting somewhat easier and less frequent.
Considered
homeless by the Vancouver Marine Police I’ve been relocated to the North Shore
for anchorage. Another week and I can go back to the False Creek shuffle.
For another
two weeks.
Then I come
back again.
It’s
amusing in many ways. And difficult too.
I wish I
had roots. Access to power. A nearby shower. Laundry.
I’ve asked
the Universe. Why me? What have I done that has been so wrong?
In
acceptance I have discovered. It’s not what I’ve done that’s wrong. It is the
lofty goals I have set for myself.
The
Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer 320km Challenge course next month.
Thank
goodness it is spring and not winter!
Gingerly I
plop the road bike, less the front wheel, derailer side up in the aft end of
the dinghy. Gently placing the loaded panniers (complete with laptop) and front
wheel in the bow.
Carefully I
step to sit so I can row to shore and repeat the process.
Then it’s
putting the bike together and setting off.
For what really scares me.
For what really scares me.
Riding skinny
tires in Vancouver. Over the Second Narrows bridge.
Clear
glasses have made a difference. Weekly brake adjustments as well.
Experience
is starting to show. I can roll the hills with more confidence.
No speed
wobbles. Panniers get packed to balance.
What does
it make me knowing I scare myself daily?
Stronger?
Stronger?
Perhaps.
Or less
likely to search out other ways to scare myself!
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