Expectations

Sometimes, it’s better not to give them your best

I walked the treadmill of challenges

I pushed myself to the limit, running and sweating

Just running and running, one goal in sight

Never thought of the consequences

And now I worry

For with sore muscles and exhaustion

I desire rest

But they expect me to get up again

And do better than last time

To make something equal to or better than my best

And I realize

The further I go

The more expectations I will have