You keep running ahead
I fall on my knees
Leeches ******* my peace
Keeping me here
Feeling tiny blades
Sticking into me

You keep running ahead
I sink in a swamp
Devoured by self pity
By countless failings
Scratches cuts bumps
Infected by mud

You stare back
Querying me
Tears drip down
As I wade towards you
The pain unbearable
I’ll never be with you