I Bleed

As I wade through these waters, Cold, damp and up to my knees; Looking forward to my next step, Rolling up my sleeve; When upon a sudden depth, I plunge... Deeper into my blackened sea; Unable to swim Dropping to one knee; Wounded by my needle, I BLEED... Feeling, as if only moments from my last breath, I cough with relief. Trapped in a vortex, As the swirling waves engulf me... Vision blurs, As I last dry heave; My chest begins to seize... Unable to swim; As I reach my reality. Wounded by the needle , I BLEED...