My Monkey is amazing me, almost on a daily basis at the moment. So many changes, so much confidence, bravery and new experiences. Last Spring Daddy P and I wanted to buy Monkey his first bike. I’d been putting money aside for it, we were both excited about this little milestone. Monkey had different ideas. We took him to our local bike shop, he refused to look at the bikes, let alone get on one. Daddy P and I were gutted. The boy was not for moving, I do not want a bike.
So fine, I put the money away again. Let us know when you change your mind. I do not want a bike! That told us. The money has been sat in my safe place ever since. Every so often I’d broach the subject, but no, he still didn’t want one.
Fast forward nearly a year. We now like scooting, in fact we love scooting. Maybe we’re ready for big boy wheels!? In fact, Daddy P and Monkey had a boy’s day out a few weekend’s ago and the subject was mentioned. Daddy I would like a bike please.
Yesterday, we asked Monkey if he’d like his first bike. We could go and look at them, we could see what they have. Yes please Mummy. Ok, let’s go! We decided to try our local Halfords this time.
Monkey spotted a Fireman bike first of all. I like that one. Uum, it’s a bit small for you, I think you’ll need something a bit bigger. But I want the Fireman bike. Oh dear. Well look what we have here Monkey – you could have a Police Bike!! How cool would that be?
Daddy P got the bike down from the rack and this happened – he was off! We were both amazed. Our little boy had just picked his first bike. Another little milestone, another priceless memory, a wonderful magic moment.
The staff were great, they made Monkey’s bike up for us while we waited and added his Police bell – a must have accessory for every little Monkey rider. I have spotted a siren, might have to have a word with the Easter Bunny on that one!
It was a lovely sunny day, and we had time for a test ride before we went off to a family party. He does need to work on his peddling, he likes to peddle backwards for some reason. Then get’s upset because he isn’t going anywhere!
It was wonderful to watch Monkey with his first bike. He is so pleased with it, especially as he has a box on the back. Mummy I can take teddy for a ride too!
Linking this post up to Magic Moments, What’s the Story? and Small Steps, Amazing Achievements this week as it just seems to fit in really well all round 🙂
Also linking up to Country Kids this week!
That is so sweet! He looks like he will be whizzing everywhere before you know it, and you will need a bike to keep up wit him!
Funnily enough we did look to see how much bikes for us would cost – uuum!
Aw, cute. And handy you’ve got lots of good pavements to ride on.
I can’t wait til N moves up from his balance bike. My only concern is we only have gravel, until you get to the farm yard, which is quite hard to pedal on with a mountain bike, so we’re going to have to time it for summer so he can learn on the grass in case he falls off.
Don’t even you with the gravel issue. Yes we have pavements and luckily we’re towards the end of a cul-de-sac which helps!
They nearly all pedal backwards to start with – because it’s so much easier – and then they get frustrated because they aren’t going anywhere 😀
Yep – that is certainly where we are at right now. Good to know that that is normal Jenny – thank you.
Aww! That is great! Well done your boy!
That is one seriously cool bike x
Thank you, it’s rather good isn’t it. you can even buy a siren for it!!
He looks like he is having great fun on his first bike! Bless him. He’ll always remember it too I bet!
I hope so, it is such a milestone for a child isn’t it
Another important milestone in childhood – his first bike. Lovely outdoor fun that would be great for my #CountryKids linky if you’d like to pop over and join in? #MagicMoments
I will be linking it up this weekend if the weather fails us!!
Thanks for linking up this lovely post to Country Kids.
Thanks, sorry I never got over last week. Time and the weather have not been on my side recently!!
First bike! So exciting! 🙂 xx
Brilliant isn’t it – he was so excited when we watched them build it for him.
Such a special, and big, moment for any child. Sounds like he had great fun and I hope he continues to enjoy it.
We’ve just got to work on the pedalling and then I’m sure there will be no stopping him.
Ah, so pleased he has chosen a bike! Bud got his first bike for Christmas – a Thomas one which his Dad got for an absolute steal – and we’re also reviewing a balance bike. I’m hoping the combination of the two will get him going soon.
My friends little boy loves his balance bike – so good luck with that.
How cute! I love the box at the back of his bike, perhaps I could squeeze in with his teddy? 🙂 x
Knowing Monkey he’d charge you extra to join him on his ride!
awww Mary what a lovely turn around!! and i must say what a super duper bike!!
thanks for linking up and sharing with #MagicMoments xx
I know, bless him, he does everything to his own terms. We were thrilled to see him in action.
Ahhhh what a lovely milestone! We will defo get my girl a bike in the summer. Can’t wait! #whatsthestory xxx
It was a lovely moment, watching him make his decision and get on it and pedal (sort of!)
Oh my goodness Mary how exciting! It must have been the best thing after waiting to see him choose a bike and take to it with such gusto. A gorgeous day for it too by the sounds and looks of things. He looks so comfortable on it too. Fabulous post, thank you so much for sharing #whatsthestory
It was a very special moment, something I will remember forever I think. Now just got to get him pedalling in the right direction.
Oh, that’s lovely, he looks so pleased on his bike. He be off riding without stabilisers before long!
I hope so, he takes his time, but he gets there in the end bless him.
I’m so pleased, I know how much you’ve wanted to get him a bike 🙂 Fantastic post! #WhatstheStory
Thanks! It did bring a tear to my eye, just seems like such a big milestone, especially for a boy 😀
Go Monkey! I can’t remember what my first bike was like but I always wanted one with a little basket on the front.
Mine was red, I loved it. I think Monkey is rather happy with his too – just need to get him peddling now!
Ooooh how lovely, and what a very strong willed little boy…he certainly knows what he wants…so cute x What an amazing milestone x #magicmoment
Thank you, yes he certainly does know his own mind – no idea where he can possibly get that from
Oh how lovely that he is ready to start learning the art and about the world of riding a bike! #CountryKids
I know, bless him he gets there in the end. I’ll need to buy a bike soon
He looks like a natural, hope he has lots of fun with it!! xx
Thanks, it’s taking a while but hopefully he will grasp it soon.