I eyed it for a while.
My mind went over pros and cons,
My mouth turned to a smile.
I slowly backed a good distance,
Past trees and rocks and stumps;
I took a breath and stretched my legs
For my stupendous jump.
And then I started, eyes held fast,
A straight line to my goal,
Coordinated each long stride,
Aware of every hole.
And then I planted my left foot
And pushed with all my might,
I swung my right leg to the sky,
I'm sure I was a sight.
The wind was racing 'gainst my face;
I floated through the air,
I must have flown for time unknown,
I didn't have a care.
Until I landed in the squish,
The mud splashed to my chin,
I should have jumped a bit farther,
I guess I'll try again.
