Distance

Tears don't protect me,

They're much too hard to hide.

They leave streaks in my makeup,

A ghost in my smile.

Anger won't defend me,

Just ignite the flames from within.

Each release like lightening,

An electric boom that burns my skin.

Speaking can't relieve me,

Spoken words just raise the tide.

Disillusioned, I'm drowning on dry land,

Only earth by my side

Distance is my safeguard,

Stability amidst the wind.

A dependable refuge,

Another hope grown dim.