Free Spirit

Shahla Latifi

The run begins.
The crowd is substantial.
The sound of instruments
played by the schoolchildren resonates in my ears.
The children in line, buoyed by their parents' support,
are eager to start the one-mile running game.
The fog,
the cool air surrounding me,
and the small and large dogs
affectionately accompanying their owners
enhance this impressive sight with a sense of readiness.
Unlike before,
I am calm and unafraid of the upcoming challenge.
I am prepared
to plunge into the crowd
as though claiming my place in the free spirit of time.
I am ready to run.
Filled with my enthusiasm, not anyone else's
I am prepared to run.
I am ready to embrace the challenge ahead as never before.

Shahla Latifi
February 2025

  • Author: Shahla Latifi (Pseudonym) (Offline Offline)
  • Published: February 11th, 2025 21:18
  • Comment from author about the poem: My first 5K run was a spontaneous decision. Somehow, my mind settled, encouraging me to embrace the new challenge.
  • Category: Reflection
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  • Poetic Licence

    A lovely positive write about a change of feeling and deciding there now going to go for it, enjoyed the read.

    • Shahla Latifi

      I appreciate your time and lovely comments on this piece of my poetic thoughts.

      • Poetic Licence

        You are very welcome

      • Tony36

        Excellent write

        • Shahla Latifi

          Thank you so much, Tony.

          • Tony36

            You're welcome



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