Tell about your bicycle experience

I remember I wanted one so badly, but I knew I couldn't have one.  I don't remember ever asking.  I knew it was hard for Moner to even put food on the table for us.  She ironed for a lady.  I don't know how much she made but couldn't have been much for a family of 5.  Anyway the little girl down the road had one and I learned to ride it.  Sometimes we would take turns, until I learned well enough to peddle while she rode.  Then we were both riding but I was doing the work, but enjoying it.  The only time I rememeber riding one as a child.