A Journey in Motion

I lace my shoes 
tight around trembling feet.
Morning fog drifts over the edges of the road 
and I stepped into the chill.

Each pace is a heartbeat, each breathes a quiet prayer.
The way extends beyond sight, its outlines softening into mist, yet I move unwavering.

Memories press like weights, old doubts whisper at my back but the wind lifts my chest, and the horizon bends
toward a soft- stubborn hope.

Rocks bump my soles the sun sears at noon and shades cling to my sides.
Yet the rhythm is steady and true
drags me over pain.

Young laughter takes through the air.
I feel it deep within my bones
a gentle reminder: running is more than distance; 
each step is patched together.

The final mile arrives
legs scream, lungs ablaze
the heart remembers why it started, 
why it runs and pushes forward still.

I move across
not for glory and not for cheers
but for the life each thread
sewed from scattered pieces
into something complete.

The road behind me hums with traces of effort,
each heartbeat a peaceful success
and every sigh a victory.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Fleming Avatar
August 21, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Wow! Great bit of poetry, Rowena. Enjoyed! :) john
Velasco Avatar
August 21, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Thank you.
Baker Avatar
August 20, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Poetry from the heart of a runner, my favorite kind. Thanks for taking me back for a long run, Rowena. That was a pleasure to read, my friend. Hugs, Bill p.s. this one goes on my FAV list!
Velasco Avatar
August 21, 2025 at 6:24 AM
Thank you so much! Glad it brought back those long-run vibes.
Etgen-Baker Avatar
August 20, 2025 at 4:32 PM
wow, amazing. Having been a runner for 20+ years, I can relate to your poem. Your poem triggered memories of 5K and 10K races run in blustry winter days, my legs screaming, my lungs ablaze...but the finish line. You captured it magnificently in the last three lines. You continue to amaze me. Faving. hugs, Sara
Velasco Avatar
August 21, 2025 at 6:22 AM
Thank you. Big hug right back at you and keep running, keep feeling, keep inspiring.
Alhemaidy Avatar
August 20, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Best warmest wishes!
Velasco Avatar
August 20, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Thanks!
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