I've always felt that I was not very mechanically inclined - due in part to my childhood. I've always done my work on my bike with Thom's help. Some things I've totally mastered - okay really one thing - changing tires. And I'm pretty good at retaping my handlebars and finishing them off with twine.

Today I had to adjust the fenders on my rear tire. Not a big deal except that the fenders attach where the brakes are, which means loosening my brakes, fixing the fender, reattaching the brakes. I HATE brake work. Mostly because if I get it wrong, bad things can happen.

But I actually knew what I was doing. I'm really glad that Thom has had the patience to work with me on this stuff, so that I can do it on my own. I didn't get to ride, because it took me so long. But that's okay. There's always tomorrow. And hopefully that stupid squeaky noise and fender rub is gone for good.


V.