Grown-ups love figures. When you tell them that you have made a new friend, they never ask you any questions about essential matters. They never say to you, “What does his voice sound like? What games does he love best? Does he collect butterflies?” Instead, they demand: “How old is he? How many brothers has he? How much does he weigh? How much money does his father make?” Only from these figures do they think they have learned anything about him. ~Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, The Little Prince, 1943, translated from French
Bike Riding
Not to be outdone by the previous outdoor activity, riding bikes is always fun to do. And, for grown ups, it takes them back to their youthful childhood.
This is a wonderful way to spend time with your child(ren) while taking a trip down your own “memory lane” in the process. Instead of driving to your local park, why not ride bikes to it? Need to make a quick trip to the corner store? Ride your bikes down.
Of course there are local bicycle trails you can utilize as well. Both paved or natural dirt trails can be loads of fun for your family to enjoy together.
Plus, riding a bicycle is a great way to get some much needed exercise for everyone. Remember when planning extended biking journeys to take a water bottle along with you to recharge your batteries. And always encourage your child(ren) to wear a helmet when biking. Don’t forget to set a good example for them by electing to wear a helmet yourself too.