The cold light of morning
glares through the windows.
I stare into the mystery
of a newly dawning day.
Soon the sun breaks the horizon;
invites me outside for a run.
On the wooded trail I push my pace
and burst through the sun's slanted rays.
My quickened breath and fast footfall
attain a solid rhythm, a familiar confidence.
Feet are cushioned by soft pine needles
as thighs and calves drive up steep hills.
I run strong under White Pines and tall oaks,
circling the perimeter of Pickerel Lake.
Nearing the finish, I push even harder,
welcome the challenge, spend what is left.
At the end of the trail
I stop my stopwatch, and proclaim out loud:
"Thank you God for this morning blessing!"
© 2020 Richard Havenga
Photo Location:
1. Pickerel Lake Park / Fred Meijer Nature Preserve - Kent County - Michigan
My quickened breath and fast footfall attain a solid rhythm, a familiar confidence." ~ from: "Trail Run" by Poet/Photographer Richard Havenga @ Walk With Father Nature: https://walkwithfathernature.blogspot.com/2020/01/trail-run.html
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