Roll over, Beethoven!

Attempting new things after a certain point in life brings with it some different challenges than when I was 21. I'm learning to ride a motorcycle, no small feat, because I find that my risk tolerance is lower than it used to be. And falling has more ramifications now. But still, the feeling when I'm riding-that is the good thing. And I know with time I will get better at turning, stopping, starting, all of it. Meanwhile, at least no one can see who I am with my helmet on! In a different way, this bike riding is a bit like law school at 50. Stretching, learning new things, putting myself in a place that is at least a little uncomfortable-all of these things I did not do enough of in years gone by. Being able and willing to look foolish-also a new skill. It appears you can teach an old dog a few new things.