Thank you and you are quite correct a few days off rests the body and makes us more determined.
I am semi retired so don't commute but rode five K a day minimum before breakfast.
It became a ritual. Pedal down to Tim Hortons for a leisurely coffee then
pick a direction and head out. On cold days I would pedal downhill towards the sun.
On extra sleepy days I pedalled along a very nice canal bike path to the next Tim Horton's.
Sundays was a two K pedal to a park/nature preserve where no cars are allowed.
I would pedal around saying hello to anyone not evidently in a bad mood.
All groceries,bill or rent payments were done by bike.
I would have been pedalling a bit this winter bur my hybrid even with
winter tires seems too fragile. I am either going to buy or build a winter bike.
I am still addicted to cars partially due to the fact I have a dodge magnum my favorite and a very versatile wagon.
I am trying to move to the country. One of the necessities needing to be addressed will be stores within biking distance.