weight of love

my legs are strong
i can carry
a heavy pack
for many miles

i can run
at full pace
through the
soft sand

i can stomp
on the pedals
and feel the bike
lurch forwards

i can lead
a whole class
and navigate
the path of learning

but a phone call
at 3 am
from a girl
who adores me
makes my legs quiver
under the weight of love