Wildflower Writes

They said I was crazy.  After the fact. My husband and I had driven separate cars to church that morning, and driven one car home.  I thought it would boost my weight loss plan and save the earth, if I rode my bike to the church that afternoon for choir practice.  5 miles.  No big deal. As I wheeled through my suburban neighborhood, I planned on taking the same route I drive to church.  I started on the road, just like a car.  Technically, a bicycle is supposed to follow all the rules of the road a car does.  Logistically, most drivers of motor vehicles do not know this and do not respect a cyclist's right to be on the road.  Healthwise, safety dictated a sidewalk route whenever available.  When I decided a little air in my tires might make the ride more comfortable and expedient, I took a short cut through a side street rather than go to a complicated interesection to get to the gas station.  I felt completely safe as I took the a...

Everyone complains about the weather, but no one ever does anything about it. I have come up with some foolproof ways to control the weather. The following are ways to make sure it rains: Leave your umbrella at home or in your car. Plan an outdoor event. Go to the beach. Park you car a half mile away from your destination. Prepare to grill outdoors. Tell your children you’re going to the park. Go to an amusement park. Schedule a baseball game. Wear a white shirt. Leave the windows open in your car. The following are ways to make sure the sun shines: Get scheduled to work on a weekend. Plan an all-day meeting. Start spring cleaning. Carry your umbrella everywhere. Spend the day at the mall. Ground your child. Forget your sunscreen. Leave your restaurant leftovers in the car. Plan a trip to the movies. Get a migraine. The following are ways to make sure it really storms: Plan a long car trip. Visit a mobile home. Plan an outdoor wedding. Stay in the top floor of a hotel. Plan a long hi...