Three simple snapshots: My girlfriend arriving home from her commute, after trying out a new and longer route just for fun. I happened to see her turning into the driveway, had my camera in my pocket and spontaneously popped out the door to catch the everyday life moment.
She's been through a long day at work, after a very early start in the morning. She knows that three kids are waiting at home. Dinner, homework, laundry, diapers, you know the drill. She knows that there will be not one single minute of peaceful solo time until late at night. Plus, it's cold and gray and windy outside - and she's not the strongest rider out there.
So happy after enjoying her precious slot of solo time, freedom and fresh air - clearing her mind with every pedal stroke while climbing the hills back home in her own pace.
If this isn't the bliss of commuting by bike, I don't know what is.
Bike geek details: 2008 Trek 7.5 FX WSD, stock - except for Magura HS-33 hydraulic rim brakes, a short Salsa stem and her favorite 685mm wide Easton EA 70 riser bar. Civia/Ortlieb pannier bag handles the cargo, Planet Bike Cascadia fenders takes care of the muck.
