The Runner: A Poem

-woman-runner
Pounding pavement beneath her feet
hypnotizing with it’s rhythmic beat
 
lungs burning, hungry for air
minutes pass by, unaware
 
sweat is streaming down her face
hair is falling out of place
 
eyes focused straight ahead
her feet will go where they’re led
 
determination fuels the fire
accomplishment is her desire
-Beki Herrbach