Lake From The Past

I stumble onto a dense trail, hoping to find my dream. 

Perhaps even see your face.
 I'm not sure if you can walk into a memory.
 I find you standing in a lake, eyes reflecting the water.
 In a daze I take off my shoes.
 Dip my toes into the past.
 You smile in my direction and I'm in.

 Ankles.

 My mind wanders..
  How can this be?
  You left so long ago.
  You call for me, gripping my attention.

 Knees.

The water is cold.
 I can't feel my legs.
 I consider turning back.
 But the seconds, minuets, hours, days, weeks, and years you've been gone has been far too long...
 Never mind that I was counting.

Waist.

Half of my body is completely numb.
 I'm shivering, teeth chattering.
 But through the fog I still see you there.
 Its the longest you've ever stayed.

 Shoulders.

 I scream your name with pure delight, reaching out my arms.
  Running through icy water.
  You are so close... So close!
  Why can't I reach you?
  You turn around.
 Where are you going?
 Are you getting out of the water?
  I step forward, trying to follow.

 Drop off; I'm under.