23 Seconds

Have you ever noticed how a small amount of time can make a gigantic difference in the end? For me, it is 23 seconds that is making all the difference. I don't know why I can't get out of my rut, but I feel it started a few weeks ago in the 23 seconds that were part of the 15:23 two mile run. You see, we were supposed to get it in 15 minutes flat, but ever since I haven't passed that fitness test, because of those extra 23 seconds, I just haven't been able to get it together on the field. Maybe my body is causing my mind to overreact, and I hope I can convince myself that 23 seconds is nothing, but right now it is making all the difference in the world.