Olympic Trials
We see his parents in the stands
As they sit tensely clasping hands
In silent prayer for their loved son
And for the task that must be done.
Another recalls the child she knew
Who early showed the skill that grew
With hard work and determination
Into a gift for her loved nation.
A small boy turned into the man
Who is this tall Olympian.
Spotlighted as the whole world watches
This daughter who is winning matches.
With medals won and more to go,
Speed records fall; they’re much too slow.
Favorites competing in the races,
Fall back as others take their places.
In Summer Games of two zero one two
They’ll show us all what they can do
And as they win or lose with grace
They are winners in the human race.
Each country sends its very best
And as each strives to pass the test.
We wish such fair play could expand
To every leader of every land.
Rules and skill would win the day
And foolish war would slink away.
By: Joyce JohnsonPosted 7/2/12
Copyright © Joyce Johnson | Year Posted 2012
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