Warning
I put on my red, white, and blue softball uniform
in the locker rooms.
I remember all the days and nights, training
with my personal coach.
I walk with my team through
the dark, long hallway,
our metal cleats echoing
every step we take.
Then, we step on to the
Astroturf field to the roaring crowd
as we get ready to play.
I can feel sweat running down my face
under the Miami sun.
I wish that I could take a dip in my pool.
Finally, we take the field.
We warm up while the pitcher is throwing her
practice pitches to the catcher.
Then after a few minutes
the umpire tells us, "Balls in coming down!"
Adrenaline rushes through my veins
as the game starts.
by CP
