This year was no different. The ‘Cirque de Soleil’ had been in town recently, and REI had decided to call their stop the ‘Cirque de Cycle’ thi... year. They had clowns and balloons and music and lots of fun. One year they had done a Caribbean theme and had actually had a steel drum band, what a kick!We grouped up after we found a spot on the grass for our bikes and I said, “Okay, fifteen minutes, and then we roll. Melody, Jane and I will get a place in line for the food and water, the rest of you. Across the street Lucy was carelessly riding her bike while listening to her iPod. A car was steadily making its way down the street doing at least 60 in a 35. Now was the time for David to make his move. “Hey! Watch out for the car!” David screamed. Lucy paused like a deer gazing into the lights of an oncoming car. David had expected this. He ran across the streets and gave Lucy a hard push. David and Lucy collapsed onto the hard asphalt. The car zoomed past David and Lucy without slowing. At the first words of the song the men seated round the fire arose and approached the landing-place, their eyes fixed on the boat, evidently seeking to know who the new-comers were and what were their intentions. They soon appeared satisfied and returned (with the exception of one, who remained at the shore) to their fire, at which the carcass of a goat was roasting. When the boat was within twenty paces of the shore, the man on the beach, who carried a carbine, presented arms after the manner. Taking me by the hands, she opened my arms and studied me admiringly."Oh yes," she beamed. "You look gorgeous, cute and sexy, just how I like it."I blushed and repaid her compliment, she did look stunning. The word 'cute' didn't suit her outfit which was smart and sexy rather than casual as she had dressed previously.She leaned forward and kissed me lightly on the lips. It wasn't the lustful passionate kiss I had expected.Tradition in my family dictates that you offer your guest a seat and some.