The Long Journey

Throughout the cross country season, I have 2 friends that I can always count on to never let me fall behind and push me to be stronger. Last weekend was my first race with out them. I found myself, without even thinking about it, going slower than usual. They give me my mental strength to get through the pain after a mile and a half. This was different, I didn't have anyone beside me telling me to keep going. This reminded me of how Gilgamesh had Enkidu to help him carry on in his journey and when he got tired Enkidu would help him win his battle. I know have a small idea of the lonely journey Gilgamesh had to take without Enkidu. Gilgamesh made it through the journey and I finished strong in my race but it still didn't compare to the journeys with friends at our side. Friends are there to help and make you stronger when you feel weak.