I have plenty of flex hours banked and could absolutely get to work half an hour later, almost a full hour, even. But when I do occasionally leave home even just a little bit later, I am reminded about why I don’t like to. Traffic picks up quickly, especially when I get closer to the city. I like having plenty of room, not needing to brake or get out of the way for others.

It’s nice to not struggle to find a parking spot for the bike, and to know that nobody will have taken my favourite desk.