I RAN

I ran not out of fright, I ran not because I was chased. I ran not because I felt compelled, Nor from some urging to flee from something or someone. I ran not because others did, I ran not because I'm an idealist at heart. I ran not because of a burden in history, Nor for a mission that beckoned me forth. I ran not for an impressive vision, I ran not from a moral imperative. I ran not out of need or want, I ran not for the sake of competing. I ran not in hopes of being the best, Not for fame or to be seen. I ran not to impress, I ran not for life— I ran because I could.