Up in Smoke

Photo by Ishan @seefromthesky on Unsplash

You burn bridges just to breathe the smoke
Deep inhale, and hold it close
Is this what you need to feel alive?
Strike the match, then run and hide

You float with the fumes
To a high I can’t offer you
Placed in the gutter,
I wait for what’s left of you

I’m still waiting to see what’s left of you.

Another bridge goes up in smoke
Trudge through the ashes of those you love
Drag your baggage, ignore the bodies
It ain’t your fault, it never was

Clear skies weren’t made for you, so look away
Settle your sad eyes on your favorite shade of gray

I’m done waiting to see what’s left of you,
I’ve spent my whole life protecting you
Ya, I’m done searching for what’s left of you
I’ve got my own life to save

Another bridge goes up in smoke
Trudge through the ashes of those you love
Drag your baggage, ignore the bodies
It ain’t your fault, and it never was.