The main mode of transportation here in Burgdorf is on bikes. Everyone has one. Gas is three times as expensive here than in the states so bikes are essential in keeping to the budget. Fortunately, we had a few bikes donated to us. So now the kids and I ride everywhere together.
Chrissie learned how to ride a bike (no training wheels) on the first try. Seriously, Rick gave her one push and that was it. She was awesome. We were so happy for her. She has sense moved to a bigger bike thanks to a friend from Kindergarten who was devastated to see Chrissie riding such a little bike.
Matthew was given a bike that doesn't have pedals or training wheels-on purpose.
All the little German kids ride this type of bike. I've yet to see a bike here with training wheels. It's quite ingenious this "like a bike." The children immediately learn how to balance on a two wheel bike. After using this bike for one week, Matthew was able to ride a bike with pedals and no training wheels. Matthew was quite proud of how fast he could go on this bike with pedals. Unfortunately, he was a little too into his speed and not looking where he was going that he had numerous crashes. He crashed into poles, trees, walls, you name it. He has since returned to the "like a bike" for a little break .
He's just running.
Not sure why or where to or where his bike went. But every boy needs a good run every now and again.
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