It’s so hot

Sometimes

The sun blazes on my back

Sometimes

My legs stall for a moment

Sometimes

I consider just resting for the rest of my short life

I’m so tired

Always

My numb legs trudge on and on

Always

Water is a treasured gift

Always

The terrifying dunes loom ahead of me

And

Never

Do I stop

Never

Do I let the treacherous sand betray me

Never

Because if I walk far enough maybe someday I’ll escape.