30 poems in 30 days challenge! Day 20
A thrust of energy
An aerodynamic lift
Pointed toes, hands stretched, muscles taut
Somersaults and twists in time and space
Like a bird that is up to tricks
A smooth sail into motion
A glide path toward the serene blue waters
Finally a deep cut and a swish!
The nimble body disappears in an instant
Under white froth
Two seconds down
It emerges from the serene depths
Triumphant as a phoenix rising from the ashes
Graceful as a sultry mermaid sashaying its way ashore
Score: Ninety-Six
Moves: Back two and a half somersaults and two and a half twists
A loud gasp of astonishment
The sound of water echoes in her ears
And thunderous applause
Even louder is the thumping in her heart
She has won!
The Olympic Gold rests on her chest
The burning desire is gone
In its place, an everlasting torch of pride.
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