On my own

Drowning in a crowded pool 

with no one to pull me out.

I try to come to the surface

and let out my loudest shout.

No one hears my cries

as I am gasping for the air.

My heart is pumping faster

I wish that someone was there.

The crowd doesn't even notice

as I splash with all my might.

I start to sink lower

I think I am losing this fight.

I start to feel a dizziness

one that I have never known.

I reach up for a helping hand

A hand that will not show.

There is no help for me

I am swimming all alone.

Amongst the crowd of people

I realize I am on my own.