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Marnix van Dijk's avatar

What a beautiful story. You have such a beautiful way of telling it. I can almost feel what you feel. I would cycle beside you, helping your fear slowly melt away.

Liz Fieser's avatar

Thank you!! I'm glad you like my storytelling style. And I'm working on that slow ember burn of confidence on a bike again... It's slow like you said, but the freeze of fear is melting!

Matty's avatar

Wow crazy timing on this post, I bought a bike last weekend! Just a hybrid to ride around my neighborhood. But this is a good reminder to be vigilant while on the road.

I’m sorry you went through all that. A lot of people (me) would have sworn off cycling after the first accident.

Your ability to push through these adverse experiences is really inspiring, but also be sure to give yourself grace. Trust when something doesn’t feel right, in this case clipping-in.

VtotheNation's avatar

Liz, you are covered in scars! Part of me thinks it is very badass because it is proof you are out there really pushing life and still putting a smile on your face and showing up. But, there is also legitimate concern and mystery around the how and the why you can keep getting up and shrugging it off.