I RAN

I ran not out of fear’s tight grip, I ran not for the thrill of the chase’s whip. I ran not from a deep compulsion, Nor to escape a shadowed convulsion. I ran not because others took flight, I ran not for dreams that ignite the night. I ran not for the burdens of the past, Nor for a mission that called me steadfast. I ran not for a dazzling, bright scheme, I ran not from a moralistic dream. I ran not from need, nor for desire, I ran not for victory, nor to aspire. I ran not in hopes of claiming the crown, Not for glory or to draw a crowd down. I ran not to dazzle, nor to impress, I ran not for life—just to express, I ran simply because I could, no less.