On my bike in full biking paraphernalia including cool helmet and sunglasses, I pulled out of the parking lot crossing half way across the street. Waiting for the traffic to clear so that I could turn left, I was moving forward very slowly with both feet clipped into the pedals.

I started to fall to the right and my foot was stuck in the pedal. I thought “trapped, dang, brace” During the slow fall in front of several bemused drivers, I tucked in my elbows and gritted my teeth. I took the fall on as many points as possible including my shoulder and the outside of my right arm and leg.

The pain went through my body and was completely absorbed by my ego. Totally physical pain free, I got back on my bike and rode away, fast.