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October 30, 2005

Biking in Amsterdam

Andy said he wouldn't take a picture of the kids on the bike if they're wearing their helmets. This is something we argue about daily. I think it is ridiculous not to wear a helmet while riding in traffic.

Anyway, today the kids and I rode to the Vondelpark on the bikes. Bob followed on Andy's bike while Andy stayed home and worked. I had to laugh at myself when I yelled at the kids, "Do I need to pull this bike over and make you kids walk?" Britta was pulling on Karsten's Incredibles jacket and Karsten was hitting her.

Other oddities I've seen on bikes:
- people talking on their cell phones
- eating food
- smoking cigarettes
- carrying their dogs
- wearing high heels and skirts

No where have I seen Gortex, helmets or reflective wear. My kids are wearing helmets and I'm trying to stay alive and not miss a turn or run a light.

Tomorrow is Halloween and we'll be trick or treating in Oud Zuid, the posh expat neighborhood near the British school. I think if someone lives on the 5th floor they should send their treats in buckets through the window otherwise we'll be big sweaty messes walking up so many flights of stairs.

Posted by jana at October 30, 2005 8:52 AM