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October 2, 2010
Everything I try always falls apart
A spark that never turns into a flame
A desperate attempt at success
But why am I taught not to tread water, but to drown
Trying to keep afloat
I cope by cutting
My despair is at a pool at my feet
I am alone
Everything I try always falls apart
© Alana R.
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