I'm running
My breath comes out
The muscles in my body
Tighten with each
Stroke forward

But I'm smiling
Why?
Because December 1st
Was 4 months
Since day zero

4 months
Of one at a time
Step by step
Walking
Running
Shlepping
Inching forth

Yes I have anxiety
Which I'm trying to fix
Yes there is pain
But I'm leaving
ME behind

It's not coming with me
I'm running toward happiness
Away from the cold