Being underwater can be fun
When you jump off of the diving board
Or when you race your friend
But it can also be scary and cruel
You go underwater and hold your breath
And all of a sudden you forget which way is up
Your lungs start to burn
And you are at a loss for what to do
But then you let out one little bubble of air
You see which way it goes and you follow
Hope has returned to you
It keeps you going until you reach the surface
When you do your lungs hurt
And air feels heavy
But you are safe and sound
Even though you almost died
Saw your life flash before your eyes
You are now fine