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Jump
September 14, 2021
I crawl at the Earth,
feeling for roots.
My fingers snag one,
and I launch myself up the ledge.
I crouch over to the patchy grass
looking over the edge. Below me the blue water
is beautiful.
I suck in wind.
It's a long way down.
A pit in my stomach grows
this isn't such a fun idea
anymore.
hwfooo.
I breathe out,
trying to slow my breath
This is it.
I can't go back.
I want to stop overthinking, and just jump,
but doubts invade my mind.
I remember something
I promised myself
three years ago:
No. Regrets. Ever.
I run forward
and jump.
© Haley L., Anchorage, AK
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This peice is about when I went cliff jumping a few weeks ago. Dont worry, I had a life jacket on. I think I might be a little bit of an adrenaline junky. I love the outdoors and I hope you enjoy!