Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Relay of Life

Walk
In the lane clearly marked
"For Runners/No Walking" and arrows
Snide tide, I hold back
because you walk.
Crookedly, slow,
Lap upon sweltering lap
I pass again, swooping
Around and gasp as I churn
legs, arms, and breath, faster!
Bitten tongue again,
As I swerve to pass and you
Walk
Though reading, or caring for rule, seems
not the strongest suit for you.
You walk. Slowly
to remember, and fight
To beat the demons.
You walk.

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