Dear Volleyball,

From the time I was little

I was always intrigued by you.

The way of the sport,

The rules,

And the competitiveness and skill

It took to play completely

Immersed me.

The first game I participated in

Made me want to become

Elite in the sport.

You make me feel alive.

There’s a different kind of excitement

When I play.

I am giddy and nervous at the same time.

I give my all for you…

Every

Single

Time

Compete.

I can’t thank you enough

For the lessons you’ve taught me.

With every game comes humility and understanding.

Along with that has come

Defeat.
Which in the moment hurts,

But it allows motivation to take place.

As long as I live

There will never be a day I say

Goodbye.

You have a piece of my heart,

And I could never

Walk away from you.

Love you forever,

Masa