I live in a torrent of glittering dreams
Trying to swim with the current
Though fear drags me down
Letting wonders pass me by

I struggle and thrash to keep them in view
Scavenging luminous fragments
While the wholes always outdistance me
And I'm left with torn edges

I have the words but not the will
The soul but not the strength
Hopes without faith
Needs without drive

I'd give up and drown
But the water won't stay in my lungs

Even if it burns all the same

Still, somehow, I don't.