Muddy Waters
Muddy waters down by the creek, tread lightly, not knowing how deep. Distorted vision I can’t see what’s underneath. Submerged my being, although I began hesitantly. Perturbed I was with images increasingly bleak. Floating calmly, with liquid at my cheeks. Pursed lips how I breathe, oh-so effortlessly. Oculars closed, clothes heavy, from the water that’s …