Firey Lake

Calling out to anyone close by
This lake swallows me with fire
Waves of heat closing on me
Blue flames chasing me away
The shoreline fading quickly
Inhaling smoke, I surrender
To survive, I must be strong
I hold on, finding a shred of hope
Grabbing on, latching my fingers
I allow myself consumption
Weak, needing air, I swim
Powerful strokes one after another
Fighting a current to be myself
Holding on to all the good
Pulling myself to the jagged bank