I run because the voices in my head tell me to.

I run to face the challenge.

I run to think.

To think about me and about my life.

I run for comfort and peace that comes to me.

I run to see just what I can do.

I run for everyone cheering for me

And encouraging me.

I run for the memories and best friends.

I run to hear my own breathing,

To remind me of how great it is to be alive.

I run to see my reflection in the window as I pass,

And I know I’ll see her again tomorrow.

I run to listen to my footsteps and to the latest movie review.

I run while singing my favorite songs,

To see how tired I can get.

I run for the wind at my back and the sun on my face.

I run to follow the paths left for me,

And to leave my own trails.

I run because I can.

by Megan Zaranek ‘04

Grosse Pointe South H.S.

Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan

Megan was captain of the 85 member girl’s cross country team at Grosse Pointe South High School in the fall of 2003. Megan helped her team to four state final appearances including 3 top ten finishes during her high school career.