I run because it makes me feel strong and I need that right now.
Because it often feels, about 10 minutes into my run, like I just woke up.
I sometimes look down at my feet and they look like someone else's - an athletes.
I breathe so deeply I can feel the air reaching into every dark corner of my lungs, like light.
Because I can feel myself getting faster and lighter and better.
Because my new running tights make me feel like a Ninja.
I can listen to music and think about whatever my mind wants to think about, with no interruptions.
I smile at people when I pass them and they smile back.
Because I get a beautiful tour of the river side and downtown.
I push myself to go on when I feel like I can't and that empowers me in my other life.
Because I've lost 10 pounds and built muscle.
Sometimes the light in the afternoon is so bright and beautiful it makes me want to cry.
Because I can.
1 comment:
Just reading this entry made my lungs fill full of freash morning air and my muscles yearn to be running. I am so glad that you find such joy in running. Your little feet have found their grove and I bet they run like it is their destiny!
I MISS YOU girl ... we must get togeather soon. We should go for a run ... that is when I get good enough to keep up with your magic feet.
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