I went on a 10 mile bicycle ride by myself yesterday. There's a paved path that runs the length of the waterfront downtown that's easily accessible via bike lanes from my apartment. Since it was a holiday, downtown was practically deserted, and I had a lot of time to relax and to just enjoy my surroundings. I also took loads of photographs of things I saw. It was surprising to see the change from old, lower middle class neighborhood, to rejuvenated and rebuilt downtown, to historically restored downtown, to a completely green and natural environment (did NOT feel like i was in the city anymore), and then to the impoverished and forgotten west side of town. So much change in such a small amount of space.
In ANY case, it was great exercise, fun, and I'm getting some excellent feedback on my photographs. And except for getting whacked in the face by a windblown willow tree, it was a great day!
Plus the lady was really nice and will do the lessons in English rather than the French man they have giving me lessons, for his exam results tend to be bad. She is really really nice, live not far from me, and is willing to, at some point, give me a free hour before the exam (after her work hours). 
Not Kanye West style though. I have a little more respect. More to my point. Cos of my actions I was able to hook up a friend with a job. I walked into a company that I don't even belong to, but they happen to be contractors where I do work. So I am familiar with them. Since they know me right away doors opened up. I love the feeling of knowing that you reap what you sow. My friend told me they had the up most respect for me. And had the most wonderful things to say about me. I wasn't expecting that actually. I know I treat people good, but it's always nice to hear you know?
I think Jordan was 4 when she ditched the training wheels, but didn't read a book by herself until she was 6, Green Eggs and Ham. She was an incredibly slooooow reader...now she always has a book in her hand:) 
