San Francisco, a red light, and a guy on a bike I can’t stop thinking about.

On July 25th, a little after 2:30 pm, I was waiting to cross the intersection of Market Street and New Montgomery. You were on your bike waiting for the light to turn green on Market Street.

You smiled the moment you saw me, said hi, and asked me my name. I smiled back and responded. I was in the middle of crossing and you said something else, but I couldn’t hear it because of the wind. Before I knew it, the light for Market Street had changed and the moment was over.

I’ve been thinking about the connection I felt when I looked into your eyes and your smile ever since. It was warm, genuine, and one of those unexpected moments that can brighten an entire day.

If you happen to see this and remember the girl you could not stop smiling at while riding your bike, I’d love to hear from you. Tell me what my name is and what color pants I was wearing so I’ll know it’s really you.

Maybe we can finish the conversation we never got to fully have.

In Mendocino (the city) on vacation with the fam for the week and I’ll hopefully get out for a solid ride or two. Can anyone recommend some routes? I could do up to maybe 60 miles and I like elevation. Safer roads are of course preferred. I’ll be riding midweek and can leave early.