Thoughts' Attack

The waves keep crashing
and I can't pull up for air. 
But just before I give in 
and drown,
it's calm.
For only a moment.
And just before the next wave,
I smile.

By the end of the day,
I am exhausted 
by my devious game.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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