Fear

Heart racing fast
It’s now or never
Take a deep breath
Calm your self
Take the plunge
Fear runs through your body
Close your eyes
Lose your breath
Go in
Swimming up to cheering friends
A smile on your face 
Look up at the high dive
You finally faced your fear
Copyright © | Year Posted 2007

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July 21, 2016 at 3:38 PM
Jessica, well penned. Enjoyed reading your thoughts and words today. *SKAT*
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