Author: Jorden Blucher

• May 16, 2023

  Trying for a Top Ten Finish at a Cross Country Meet

  Crowded togetherBodies tense and Ready CRACKOf the starting pistol We leap forwardWith each foot strike I feel the give of the grassSweat building on my brow and faceMy breath is too fast I need to settle into a rhythm Focus on keeping my pace steady There are three miles to go Into the woods Shoes…