Mama, they will be okay...

Lights on the lake 5K

Today’s poem is inspired by our very cold, windy 5K run on Sunday. My children did amazing! Despite the weather, they brought a great attitude and finished. They ran for hot chocolate and donuts. Me— hot coffee. :)

We finished! We were so cold but at least got one picture!

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          Mama, They Will Be Okay 

The waves are rolling—
the wind is fierce— will they
be okay? 
“Do we still want to run?” 
My kids nod their heads,
“yes, it will be fun!” 

We grab our hats and gloves— 
fabric tube to protect our faces. 
“Let’s hurry” as the wind chases. 
Christmas lights shine bright 
in red, green, and white. Their  
eyes peek out like a deer in headlights.

“Mama, it’s so dark, look at the stars.”
My racing mind brought to a 
crashing halt. I grab their hands 
and look up too.
“Thank you my sweet children for
being present and strong.” They 
will be okay— lights on the lake
run here we come!