Addict’s Anthem
Brilliant flame unfolds
Dances on a wick
Kisses a white cylinder
That crackles faintly
Burning slowly

Inhale
Warmth inside
Nicotine hugs lungs
Smoke ghosts dance
Play in the light

Peace and serenity
Courses through veins
Spreading
Spreading
Spreading

!? *Cough!*
Hacking respiratory distress
Lungs seizing
Throat scratching
Smoke in eyes burning

Ashes stain
Ruin clothes, furniture
Embers burn fabric
Blisters on hands
Stupid habit…

Pour me another beer.