I was at the beach all alone.

The sun was hot and high,

So I buried myself in the sand

As the hot afternoon passed by.

But much to my dismay,

When I tried myself to unbury,

I couldn't get out—I was stuck,

Though I tried 'til I was weary.

I struggled and fought but couldn't escape,

And only sank in more deep.

Then sand filled up my mouth

So I could no longer speak.

As the day grew long,

I was filled with dread.

No one would find me—

I was just half of a head.

Finally, along came a man,

I knew he'd rescue me,

But as he slowly passed by

All hope began to flee.

"Good day," he said

But I couldn't speak a word.

All I could do was frown,

Looking pitiful and absurd.

As he slowly walked away,

I watched the rising tide.

There wasn't much else to do,

So I closed my eyes and cried.