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Marathon at 100

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By Christopher BeardPublished 5 months ago • 1 min read
Marathon at 100
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They didn't think I could keep up the pace

But I was ready for the big race

I knew this would be fun

After all it is just a run

The young thought they were cool

Maybe they think I am a fool

They probably have something to prove

But wait until I get into my groove

Then they will know what is smooth

Too bad they are going to lose

Well to compete you did choose

But it was my feet

I wasn't ready for defeat

Across the finish line I did manage

Think with me you can make a comparison

I had experience as an advantage

Saw the line and I went for it

Knew I could do better than forth

Or at least walk there as a last resort

But I was a brilliant runner and couldn't be caught

Steps on the pavement sounded like thunder

It did make everyone wonder

After all age is just a number

I ran a marathon at 100

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    Written by Christopher Beard