Tuesday May 9, 2006 - Life on the Open Road

Well the most exciting development in my life has been the addition of wheels. My two visits and 10 minutes of negotiations with a hard bargaining seventy something Greek lady retiree secured me an “in need of a little TLC” 21 speed mountain bike for 40 pounds… probably the best 40 pounds spent since being on the Island. There is nothing like the wind blowing through your hair, the envious glances of the new to the island migrant workers whom haven’t yet secured a bike (the only people who seem to ride them in here), and the adrenaline rush from using questionable brakes to avoid impatient drivers and side walked parked cars in a non-bike laned country. My bike (yet to be christened with a name), has considerably improved my somewhat lengthy walking commute times, freeing up some much needed time in my ever so hectic and busy lifestyle :^)