Great start on the bike @eth You have to begin somewhere after so long so you have done well. It will get easier the more you ride. I actually enjoy riding but walking bores me so give me a bike anytime and I am happy. I have a basket for Toby but it needs an extra piece to secure properly to the front on my bike. He is too heavy for it now as I bought it when he was a puppy so the extra piece will stabilise it again so I can take him with me. 

The situation in Victoria with the virus is terrible. I hope the most recent lockdown and restrictions help to get rid of it quickly. It is frustrating hearing about all those not taking it seriously and thus putting lives at risks. Some people are not considerate of others at all  Stay safe eth