I finally added a bike to my little Utah home, thank goodness for Craigslist, I found & bought this little vintage beaut this afternoon. You can imagine my ecstatic self when I picked her out. I was the happiest girl in the world! I packed her up in my roommates car, (thank you Syd!) and drove her home, grabbed my camera and headed out for an adventure. I told myself that the very first place I'd go would be to the flower shop which is just several blocks away. It was sort of funny, as I walked inside the nice gentleman who was helping me asked, "Well, whats the occasion for the flowers, and who are you buying them for?" I just kind of giggled, and said, "there really isn't an occasion, and the flowers are for me." I don't think he really knew how to answer, since he just smiled and let me continue picking out my daisies.
Afterwards, I think I spent a good two hours just riding around my town. I literally couldn't wipe the smile off of my face, now all I need is a little basket for the back and I'll be in business. I guess the bicycle is really just a metaphor for myself when it comes down to it. Here's something that really kept surfacing my mind as I was riding today: Keep moving forward, and don't slow yourself down. Life is too good to just stand back and watch it pass by. Hop on the ride, be actively involved in your life story, every minute of it. Direct yourself where you want to go, and do it with confidence.
Then I kept thinking, "Why was buying flowers for myself so significant?" Finally I understood, and came up with the answer: The gesture of buying flowers was really just a way of saying, "I love you, you're special, and you're worth the thought and time it took to pick these out" That's how I feel about myself. I love where I am at in life right now. I don't need that validation from anyone. I was tired of waiting around for someone to buy me daises so I bought them for myself. I'm moving forward, and I'm not going to hold back, since the only person I'd be disappointing would be myself. Heres to being brave, and facing this journey life has to offer with confidence.
Love these picture! so cute! Did you find a good deal on it? I am in the market for a bike and didnt even think about craigslist!
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DeleteThank you! And I absolutely did find a great deal. I've recently fallen in love with the Linus & Raleigh brand of bikes, and I wanted something similar without having to spend an arm & a leg, which is where my little beaut comes into play. She was only 200 dollars, and she is in amazing shape.
My only advice with Craiglist would be this: check every single day, and call even if you're remotely interested.
I called about three different bikes, and each of them had already been purchased. However, the ad for my bike was listed back in March, so don't be afraid to call about late postings either.
The best of luck to you on your adventures!
xo Bre'an
This is beautiful. I wish I could find a bike that is cute and small enough for me. haha!
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