His Ride or Die
Tony couldn't wait to leave the hospital. He had always been repulsed by the stench cloaking the entire building and marveled at the irony that such a place...
perspective
She Runs
Her toes are dancing with excitement, like a tango inside her shoes. She sways like a willow in the whirling wind; her palms perspiring against the handlebars. Having...
Tortoise and the Hares
Dodging puddles, potholes, sodden leaves, A tortoise shell on my back. Biking amidst autumn morning rush, Breathing builds the heat I lack. Traversing intersections blithely, The hums of hares feel neural. Hot tails fussing...
The Only One
What is the sound I cannot hear? The sound, not ringing in my ear. Wow! What is the beauty I see? The beauty that is all around me. What is this breeze...
Perspective, Matters
No phones, head only. All alone, not lonely. Legs, cranking, rolling miles. Brain, pumping, face smiles. Sitting here, atop my seat,Stillness, words obsolete. Hours, spent above curved bar,Body, mind, traveled far. This,...
Freedom
Desire to ride my bike rose, Like a new-born bird I fell From my first flight. I tried twice I fell from my flight again, I tried thrice I fell again. Tears slid...
Changed Perceptions
Despite the common phrase, getting back on your bike after an extended absence can be a challenge. And the longer you go, the more difficult it becomes. Another...
As I Cycle Along the Way
As I cycle along the way, with my fist clenched and my breathing getting faster I try to concentrate on the road ahead of me, clearing my thoughts from all problems. ...
A Ride on Baridelo’s Bicycle
“It was one of the most beautiful experiences of my life.” Ayomide Ruth Oluwagbenga I often saw them. With their intense focus, hips gyrating along with the even strides of...
Favours
Pedaling steadily behind I train my eyes on your back wheel, I will myself to copy your lead And stay off the brakes. This following is not natural. We plunge forward and down. Pebbles shoot...