The Last WWF Ride

When we know that we would be shifting in a few months back, I had started counting down to the number of rides left with the WWFs. I started cycling with them back in 2018, from mountain bike to road bike, from refusing to conform to the cycling attire to regular bib shorts and jerseys. I had made many good cycling kakis in the 7 years’ journey. The timing, speed and location work perfectly for me and while I had tried other groups, it is just so difficult to find another group that fits me so perfectly. 

The last I counted, I still have over 10 rides with them. Then suddenly, it was only 2 last Saturdays. I duno what happened to time. Last Saturday, I woke up to a cloudy morning and the roads were wet. It wasn’t raining though and we pressed on. Unfortunately, the rain came shortly and the ride had to be canceled. I and another rider were already on the road and decided to meet up for bfast. 

A few other riders who knew that I was leaving the group came specially for bfast. So touched! 

The rain had stopped by the time we were done with bfast. 3 of the riders decided to continue their ride to town. I went home to continue packing. 

Yday morning marks my last ride with WWF. Fortunately, it was dry, or I will be very sad.

In the 7 years with WWF, this is the 4th time that we are shifting, from Centris to Lakeville to Teck Whye and finally to Rio. Each move is further than the last.

There were 12 of us and I invited them to our new place. The ride was aptly titled “Farewell Ride”. 

 

We only have instant coffee and tidbits at home. Thus, bfast was at the Bendeemer market nearby. Thanks to WWF that I realised how near the market is; another fantastic food place for bfast and tabao-ing in the future. 

The WWF cyclists are such a good bunch. They figured out where to park their bikes without me worrying. They self tour the house without me having to run around. 

They brought joy and life to Rio; they are the 1st official group who visited our new place despite no food, and not fully moved it. When they left, it was suddenly so quiet. #sosad

I have no idea where and how to find the next cycling group. I tried googling but I think it really depends on word of mouth. I tried reaching out to some friends who cycled in the East but East Singapore is a big area and Punggol is very far from Rio. Maybe Daddy Lim and Zaky will entertain me for the next few Saturday mornings until I find another group. Hohoho. 

Farewell WWF! The WWF cycling kakis were very encouraging, telling me that it is only 25km away. Or I can drive over with the bike for the ride bcos Singapore is only this small. Or maybe we should move back to the West soon since we move so frequently. Hahahah. I will think hard about it. Hoho. 

Mummy Lim