Always Last
Always last, but never giving up
My name is Sora, and I am fourteen years old.
In PE class, we often run long distances together.
I am always the slowest runner in my class.
My legs are thin, and my body is small.
Every time, I the in last place.
The other students reach the goal before me.
Some of them laugh, but I do not care much.
Last week, we ran three kilometers around the park.
I came in last again, as usual.
My friend Ken waited for me at the line.
"You always try hard," he said with a smile.
I felt , but I did not feel sad.
The truth is, I do not hate running at all.
I love the on my face when I run.
I love the quiet sound of my own breathing.
My beats fast, and my mind becomes clear.
When I run, I forget all my small worries.
Yesterday, I ran alone by the river after school.
Nobody watched me, and nobody counted my time.
I ran slowly, but I felt very and happy.
Maybe I am , but running is still my friend.
I do not win races, but I never give up.
One day, I want to a with a smile.