My Bicycle

When I was 12 years old, I received a hike forAs an adult, I rode for pleasure whenever I could. I
Christmas. I had wanted a hike for years, and I wasused my bike to explore quiet neighborhoods Breitling
delighted with the gift. Throughout high school I rodeReplica where there was little traffic to contend with.
my bike to school every day. That was unusual; mostEach year, for vacation. I would put my bike on a rack
students came by bus or car. But I could bike to schoolattached to the back of my car and take the bike to
in 20 minutes, through broad and uncrowned streets. Imy holiday destination
loved the feel of the breeze on my face.