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Thoughts of a Nigerian Girl

Even in the 21st century, it was in a community where females wore skirts or gowns only. You couldn’t wear shorts…

My First Ride

Ten years old Looking like I’m cold Yet, I had to be bold  And step on a bicycle  That was the start  Of my…

Little Sister

Growing up, my sister was always two steps ahead of me. She went to school before me, started wearing makeup…

Gender Should Never Play a Role

Gender should never play a role, In wanting to do anything in life. A bicycle lets you take a stroll, The scene is…

The Interview

A swarm of bicycles stretched ten deep across a road, hugging the curve of the seashore. Spectators lined the promenade…

The Morality of E-Bikes

My legs pumped, carrying me up the last of three hills on my daily commute. The country club was hidden…

Conjurer of Possibility

“Beyond simply being a quintessential part of childhood, the bicycle is an enduring conjurer of possibility.” Virginia Boudreau I'm dismounting at…

The Race

I could really use a new bike helmet. My old one was scratched and chipped, and the blue paint left…

As I Cycle Home

As I cycle home, my colleague sits At the bus stop  Reaching out to high-five me as I pass. Trying to clap his…

We Ride Our Bikes Everywhere

Some people get where they're going in trucks, while others go in cars. Some take ships to far off shores, even as far…

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