Dame Kelly Holmes

The core beginnings of a noble dream, of what would seem, foundations laid With skills attained, such talent emerged, yet still submerged in discovery Become what be, to demonstrate, independence taking shape Cross-country weather, so partake and so awake receptive minds A watchful teacher realised, true potential, born to run Of motivation so begun, the time had come, the race was won With thoughts aside, the skill, the stride Set the challenge, pursuits to pick, a desire to run would surely stick Seeds of inspiration, an opportune time, yet to behold Set to unfold, to make the grade, the army trade Demonstrate ability, join adventure, climb the course Years of service, tested trials, ran the miles and set the pace A choice to face of prominence, the passion to take precedence Discovered star, back on track, all set, attack, assume the plan Full circle to where it all began, go the distance strength and speed Destiny awaits, kick for home, continue straight, due applause reverberate Realisation of a vision, go for gold with dynamism Setbacks seen and overcome, double Olympic champion A discipline of due success, professionalism ‘be the best’ Focused victory, a mark in history Accomplished gold with heart and soul Broken records, broken mould Written by Geraldine Taylor ©