Run

Rise up
With the morning light
Stretch toward Heaven
Fending off the night

Over to my window
Look out at the view
My entire body smiles
Carefully, I lace up my shoes

Will I need music?
I never really know
Until my feet hit the pavement
My mind gets ready to go

Early morning dew
Glistens in the sun
I am right in this moment
As I begin to run

Feel the mist of the morning
Hear birds singing a cheerful song
One, two, one, two
My pace carries me along

The pounding of my feet
As each step hits the asphalt
My worries slip away
I let go of my faults

My body begins to sweat
My heart begins to race
Leaving the past behind
Not fearing what future I face

I hit that stride I love
I am serene for a while
I am a runner
Always running for that extra mile