I got my first flat tire today...and changed it!
I had practiced on my bike just last week, and sure enough, I got my first one and knew what to do. It took a while and I had help and encouragement from my riding pals, but I (we) did it!!! yeah!
Lots of (nice) male riders did ask if we needed help, and we were able to let them know that we had it under control.
Just wanted to share. To me this was a big deal!