On Saturday, I walked confidently into the cycling class.
On Tuesday, I had hesitated as I entered the room.
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On Saturday, I walked directly to a cycling bike.
On Tuesday, I had pondered which bike I would claim.
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On Saturday, the instructor welcomed me to the class.
On Tuesday, the instructor had asked “Is this your first class?”
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On Saturday, I knew my rehabilitated hip would stay in place during and after class.
On Tuesday, I had wondered if my hip could handle such strain after taking off six months.
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On Saturday, the instructor looked me in the eye when she asked my name.
On Tuesday, the instructor glanced at the “extra” around my belly when she asked who I was.
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On Saturday, I confidently earned my sweat.
On Tuesday, I had repetitively checked the clock.
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On Saturday, I wore my cycling shoes with the clips.
On Tuesday, I had worn my clunky tennis shoes.
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Yes. It’s the shoes.
The shoes always make the difference.
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