I’ve been gone, visiting my folks back home for the last two weeks but upon my return to this fair city, I was welcomed by the scooter my boyfriend recently acquired from BrooklynBretta.

This zippy little vehicle presents a whole new way of experiencing the city. The best part is the cooling air rushing into the helmet and the worst part is waiting behind stinky cars at red lights. With a scooter, one is more free to explore New York City. One is not dependent on subway lines and service changes, metrocards, and long travel times. One can just go. Scoot!

Of course, operating a vehicle that, by emissions standards, is not legal in California, produces some doubts about the efficacy and ethics of vehicles powered by non-renewable resources. I am afraid that I will stop riding my bicycle in favor of the easy quickness of the scooter. Then again, I love my bicycle and I love getting around with the power of my own muscles. Prospect Park is awesome on a bike.

I promise, I will not get lazy. But holler if you want me to take you for a ride around the neighborhood!

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