there are certain things that people do every day. things that are so simple, they become a daily routine. make breakfast, do homework, go to class, tie one's shoes, etc.
and then there are things that people do naked. shower, skinny-dip, bike ride.
bike ride?
yes. there are people who actually ride their bike... in public... completely in the nude. and where else would such a crazy action take place than in the city of brotherly love itself? this blog is dedicated to insane happenings that take place in philly every day. i feel as though thousands of people partaking in a naked bike ride for all to see, surely falls under this category.
"At least one thousand cyclists participated in the second annual Philadelphia Naked Bike Ride from Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park to The Piazza at Schmidt's in Northern Liberties. The Naked Bike Ride is held to bring awareness to issues such as the environment, body image, and peace."
what an amazing way to promote body image. and i really mean that. my roommate had told me about this race that takes place last year. and i immediately became intrigued. who in their right mind would cycle throughout philadelphia with their goodies dangling for all to see? these couragous, environmental happy, body loving, peaceful people. and i envy them. they don't give a damn who sees their private parts; they are satisfied with themselves just the way they are. and you can tell by the pictures posted in the link below. they are careless. happy. free.
it just goes to show how interesting philly can be. the naked bike ride is not an unusual occurance. those who live here may appreciate me saying this. only in philly will you not be surprised if you are walking to class and a herd of naked bike riders go by. only in philly will it be a daily part of your day to walk outside and find all your neighbors gathering around for an intense unannounced block party. only in philly will you expect some of the more dangerous things such as shootings and drugs and robberies to be normal.
but it's okay. it's what i love about this place. give me a city full of antics and lunatics any day over the suburbs. there is life here. excitement. wonder. just walk out your door and you will find enough entertainment to fill your day.
it is here in the city of brotherly love, that a naked bike ride will take place. where people who are so care-free, independent, and loving all gather to promote a great self-body image, something many are without. philly is not only filled with people who do crazy things, but people who have a great cause while doing them.
and that is why philly, you are too kind. oxox
philly naked bike ride <<< check it out, here is the link to pictures of bikers!
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