But Then

My day begins normal; just like most others

I wake up, wash my face, brush my teeth, and get my breakfast to-go.

I get in the car and hit the road to work

But then…but then, it happens.

Something triggers me and snaps me out of reality

The need, the addiction throbs like a headache

Or maybe it causes the headache-

Either way, the throbbing makes me wake up

It makes me drive a little faster
Nothing beats getting this fix.

I missed this feeling; I crave this feeling!

The itch hits like a rhythm-keeping bass drum

No, it IS the rhythm-keeping bass drum

I blare my speakers at full capacity

I necessitate the rush and how it flows through my veins

The need drives me…

But then…but then the song ends.

I turn the volume down, but my smile remains.

My day continues normal; just like most others.