Cross country run

I came to school Friday morning, not wanting to run. I wanted to wagg school but I was always not
allowed. We all got dressed into our funky coloured costume, there was student full of glitter, ribbons on
heads, tutu’s on waist, and hats that was worn and different coloured t-shirts. Everyone was so
tremendous and crazy and also ready to RUN. The house captains said our chants, but I never heard it,
cause I was busy talking.

“ Year 8 girls” I hear the teachers call, I got up quickly and acted like I was ready to run.

While I was walking towards the track I think about what my goal would be….. Jog the entire course,
Push through, Never stop, Encourage people, Finish it properly and most of all to have fun. Then I think
about the food I ate, pie, fizzy drinks, KFC, corned beef, chops, steak, and are whole punch of lollies.

BANNNNGGG!!! The starter went, everyone sprinted as fast as they could, I jogged and already I was
out of breath, then I knew straight away it was the food, but I never stopped, I pushed myself, until I got
to the muddy patch and straight out of the muddy patch I jogged again. I was encouraged by some girls ,
and I encouraged them back. Half way through my first lap I stopped, I couldn't resist myself from
stopping, but I did it. I jogged again and finally first lap was done!!

Second lap “ Go Irene, Go Irene” I hear these little girls call out. I was so proud of myself when they said
that, It’s like I was the man at running but actually hmmm. I go through the muddy patch again, then the
pain hits me, my calf muscle was cramping and I was getting out of breath, so bad, my heart was
pounding, as if I was gonna die. Then I stopped AGAIN.. And walked nearly the whole way. Mr
Wiseman says “Go Irene the finish line is right there run”. I ran and all I hear is all the year 7s singing,
“ Let's go Irene Let’s go. I was embarrassed, but I ran and finished the race off properly, oh thank the
lord I say.