I am drowning in rivers
That dried up centuries ago

The waters still betray me
Captivating my lungs
Like I am encased in sediment
That has taken over my skin

But what they don't know
Is that they have dried up
Ages ago

It as if they know my veins
Coursing through the rivers I cannot see
Taking hold of lies
That have never brushed my lips

But what they don't know
Is that they have dried up
Ages ago

I try and see it lightly
Like it is not a fear
Of dead desire

At least I know
They have dried up
Ages ago