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Morning sunlight warms the starting area. Kate, in blue tank top, black running shorts, white tennis shoes, hair in a high ponytail, clutches her hands nervously. Jane, in pink tank top, purple running shorts, blue tennis shoes, long red hair in two braids, holds Kate's hand with a happy grin, the starting line banner fluttering.
The sun peeked up on race day bright, Kate felt a flutter, not quite right. Her tummy twirled, her hands felt cold, She wondered if she'd be too bold. 'What if I trip? What if I fall?' She whispered soft, feeling small. Jane took her hand with a happy grin, 'Together, Kate, we're sure to win!' The starting line was near in sight, Kate took a breath and held on tight.
On the grass, Kate, in blue tank top, black running shorts, white tennis shoes, hair in a high ponytail, and Jane, in pink tank top, purple running shorts, blue tennis shoes, long red hair in two braids, stretch together. Jane winks; a whistle blows.
Jane saw the worry in Kate's eyes so blue, 'Don't be scared, I'll run with you!' She squeezed her hand and gave a wink, 'You're braver, Kate, than you may think.' Kate managed a smile, small but true, 'I guess with you, I think I can too.' They laced their shoes and stretched up high, Two best friends beneath the sky. The whistle blew a warning sound, 'Get ready, runners, gather round!'
Kate, in blue tank top, black running shorts, white tennis shoes, hair in a high ponytail, and Jane, in pink tank top, purple running shorts, blue tennis shoes, long red hair in two braids, walk to the starting line. Other children runners line up in bright red and blue clothes. The starter raises a flag.
They walked together, step by step, Kate's worry hadn't quite left yet. The other kids all lined up too, With colors bright, like red and blue. 'Just stay with me,' said Jane so sweet, 'We'll match each other, feet to feet.' Kate nodded slow, her fear still there, But Jane's warm smile helped her bear. The starter raised her flag up high, 'On your mark!' rang through the sky.
The whistle shrills; Kate, in blue tank top, black running shorts, white tennis shoes, hair in a high ponytail, freezes. Jane, in pink tank top, purple running shorts, blue tennis shoes, long red hair in two braids, looks back and calls, while other runners dash forward.
The whistle blew, the runners flew, Kate froze a bit, not sure what to do. 'Come on, Kate! Just follow me!' Jane called back, running free. Kate's legs woke up, she took a leap, Her worried heart began to peep. The path ahead was long and wide, With Jane right there beside her side. Kate's feet went pat, pat, on the ground, She found a steady, hopeful sound.
Amid wildflowers, Kate, in blue tank top, black running shorts, white tennis shoes, hair in a high ponytail, and Jane, in pink tank top, purple running shorts, blue tennis shoes, long red hair in two braids, run together. Jane shouts, 'You're doing great!' Kate smiles, breeze lifting her ponytail.
They ran past flowers, ran past trees, Kate felt a breeze upon her knees. 'You're doing great!' Jane cheered out loud, Kate lifted up, no longer cowed. Her breath came fast, her cheeks turned pink, But she kept going, quick as a wink. 'We're halfway there!' Jane gave a shout, Kate's worry started fading out. Together fast, together strong, Two little friends who ran along.
At a steep hill, Kate, in blue tank top, black running shorts, white tennis shoes, hair in a high ponytail, struggles, face strained. Jane, in pink tank top, purple running shorts, blue tennis shoes, long red hair in two braids, takes her hand, saying, 'One step at a time,' pulling her up.
A hill rose up, so steep and tall, Kate's steps grew slow, she feared she'd fall. 'I can't!' she cried, 'It's much too high!' Jane stayed close, wouldn't say goodbye. 'One step at a time, that's all we need, Together, Kate, we'll gain some speed.' She held Kate's hand and pulled her near, Climbing up despite the fear. At the top they paused to see, The finish line waiting, far but free.
Exhausted on the path, Kate, in blue tank top, black running shorts, white tennis shoes, hair in a high ponytail, cries, 'I can't!' Jane, in pink tank top, purple running shorts, blue tennis shoes, long red hair in two braids, kneels beside her, voice kind. Kate wipes her eyes and stands tall.
Kate's legs felt heavy, her breath ran thin, 'I want to stop, I can't win.' Jane knelt beside her, voice so kind, 'You've come this far, don't leave it behind.' 'Remember why you came today, To try your best, not just to play.' Kate wiped her eyes and stood up tall, 'I won't give up, I won't fall.' Jane smiled wide and said, 'That's right! Let's finish strong with all our might!'
Renewed, Kate, in blue tank top, black running shorts, white tennis shoes, hair in a high ponytail, runs with arms swinging, her fear gone. Jane, in pink tank top, purple running shorts, blue tennis shoes, long red hair in two braids, cheers, finish flags waving ahead.
Kate's heart grew brave, her fear grew small, She stood up straight, no longer small. 'I can do this!' she shouted out, No room left now for any doubt. Her feet moved fast, her arms swung wide, Jane cheered along right by her side. The wind picked up, it seemed to say, 'You've got this, Kate, keep going today!' The finish flags waved far ahead, Kate ran on, no longer in dread.
Nearing the finish, a crowd of runners cheers around them. Kate, in blue tank top, black running shorts, white tennis shoes, hair in a high ponytail, and Jane, in pink tank top, purple running shorts, blue tennis shoes, long red hair in two braids, run hand in hand, Kate smiling.
The crowd of runners cheered around, Kate heard the happy, joyful sound. Her legs were tired but wouldn't stop, Jane stayed close, right at the top. 'We're almost there!' Jane's voice rang clear, Kate smiled wide, no longer near tears. The finish line came into sight, Kate ran with all her growing might. Hand in hand they crossed the grass, Watching the final moments pass.
Hand in hand, Kate, in blue tank top, black running shorts, white tennis shoes, hair in a high ponytail, and Jane, in pink tank top, purple running shorts, blue tennis shoes, long red hair in two braids, cross the finish line. Kate jumps high, Jane hugs her tight, both beaming under the sun.
They crossed the line, both hand in hand, The bravest team in all the land! Kate jumped up high with a happy shout, 'I did it, Jane, without a doubt!' Jane hugged her tight and said with pride, 'You were so brave, right by my side.' Kate's fear was gone, replaced with cheer, She'd finished her race, no longer in fear. Together they smiled beneath the sun, Kate's big race was finally won!