On a sunny summer’s morning,
at the start of July,
three of us set out
for a bike ride –
my husband, Paul,
my son, Fiachra
and myself.

We cycle along
the quiet, hedgerowed roads
of Dundrod,
roads recently described
by friends of ours
as “Postman Pat country”.

As I cycle along,
behind these two important
men in my life,
I enjoy the peace and quiet
of the countryside,
the warm sunshine,
the gentle breeze.
And I experience
a sense of freedom
and a sense of family.

I silently give thanks to My God
for the wonderful gift
of the simple pleasures in life
and I cycle on
behind Paul and Fiachra
savouring the moment.

© Claire Murray, 12th July 2015