Bicycle

   I haven't ridden a bike since...I don't even know how when. 

       When I was a kid, biking was the easiest (and coolest) mode of transportation.

        I would strap my water bottle on with velcro, 

double-check the warning bell, 

       pump the brakes for safety and I was off! 

        I was never a daredevil like some kids,

           but I knew the basics enough to thoroughly enjoy myself.

            But then, I stopped. 

My bike was left in the garage as I busied myself with other pursuits.

I left my bicycle alone, allowing it to slowly and painfully rust to death.

Here's the parallel story.

We do the exact same thing with our passions and talents.

As kids, we relish our skills as professional every-things.

As youngsters, we rev our imaginations, 

strap on the necessary tools

and show off our creations to the world.

But then, we stop.

We leave our good ideas behind.

We throw our creativity in dusty corners,

and let our talents slowly rust. 

We may not be daredevils or sure-fire adventurers,

but we have enough talent to enjoy for our own sake.

Is it time to take out that neglected paintbrush and paint?

Is it time to dust off that unfinished car project?

Is it time to - (you fill in the blank)?

Maybe it's time to fix up that bicycle and ride once again!