Lilac Window

I think the best decision we made was to figure out how to put the bikes on the car. It was not easy, and we had to fit the bike trailer on the roof, but it has so been worth it. I would even venture to say that the best times we have had as a family on this trip have been when we were on the bikes. When all is new, and the kids are tired and you just can’t sit in your campsite, or in someone else’s living room, or in the back yard any more, the bikes are awesome. They are such a great way to explore a new city, without having to get in the car…. again.

Today we took the bikes and rode around town. We found the local water park and as we pulled in Marcel exclaimed “Its beautiful! I love it here!”. We rode along the beautiful river valley, stopped at the comic book store, the local library and then the ice cream shop. Thats my idea of a good day together.

I have to say that small town life is definitely conducive to days like today. It makes me think about our car-centric world. I think even if I lived here, there would be so many days I just take the car because its easier. Ideally I would build a bike-port, so that its actually easier to take the bike than the car. Bike paths, places to access by bike, and pedestrian friendly roads sure help too.

I’ve got lots of images for new paintings in my head, and ideas for designs for houses and urban spaces. I also have ideas for my classes, and for ways to re-organize my house so we can feel more relaxed at home. Im still all tingly thinking about light-clay buildings. Though it may be a while before I can do anything about that…

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