Flint and Tinder

Rarely do ideas become fires, Flint and tinder more often they remain; Tools to spark and burn require More courage than often we can claim. In truth though all would grasp desire With hands, to make each thought a flame, The price may both horrify and inspire (An action equally lead to losses as to gains). Then at the last, if hesitance fuels decision’s pyre, The reason is, though unspoken, plain.