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Alcohol, I see you there. I've known who you are for a very long time. Such as when I was a little girl. I remember your temper. Your accusations of hate. The sloppy drooling mess you are. You God-fearing hypocrite. The constant smell of you. Repulsed me to no end. I could never forget you. How could you destroy my life? What did I ever do to you? You destroy everybody and everything. I know that glassy glare in your eyes. Rude, dirty, remarks you make, even if they were true. Listening in silence for your footsteps down the hall. I remember everything about you. I am repulsed by the very thought of you. Sun. 11 AM 7/ 21/ 2013, I decided to write this after I read Therese Bacha's poem I AM Alcoholic.

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Muhammad Imtiaz

Date: 3/4/2018 1:41:00 AM

Hi Debbie You have described Alcohol destruction and temptation very well and in a musical way. Love it Thanks and Take care dear

Don Johnson

Date: 2/23/2015 6:26:00 PM

The demon grog, lets loose the hog, and nastiness comes by, alcohol brings out the troll, And a grumpy drunkard cries. Don

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 10/28/2013 9:29:00 AM

Stopping by to read this one again... deep .. amazing how her poem inspired this...Debbie... ps..thank you for reading one of my older poems... your so nice... LINDA

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/7/2013 8:31:00 AM

I can so identify with this one Donna. Alcohol was a curse during my childhood. My dad was bipolar and being an alcoholic amplified the behaviors. This is well expressed.

Debbie Duncan
Date: 9/7/2013 9:47:00 AM

Thank you Richard ;}

Don Johnson

Date: 8/10/2013 1:07:00 AM

alcohol brings out the nasty side, a summer storm without the pride, remorse inside...love it babe...

Sue-Ellen Newman

Date: 8/7/2013 5:42:00 AM

Excellent write, great message of the destruction alcohol causes to self and our loved ones, perfect my friend, the imagery of the effects is so vivid, job well done, blessings sueellen

Debbie Duncan
Date: 8/9/2013 2:02:00 AM

Thank you Sue - Ellen

Laura Breidenthal

Date: 8/6/2013 10:16:00 PM

Amazing. I know a family member of mine is an alcoholic. It must be hard to win the battle but it is possible. A very powerful poem. Always, Laura

Debbie Duncan
Date: 8/9/2013 1:20:00 PM

Thank you Laura ;}

Stephen Kilmer

Date: 8/3/2013 6:38:00 PM

Debbie, I have fought this demon for years. I am still losing the battle. Everyday is a new day. Some better than others. thanks for the great write. It gives me hope in a hopeless world. Kilmer

Phyllis Babcock

Date: 8/2/2013 8:48:00 PM

I think we all know someone who has had trouble with alcohol. I know it must be very hard for them to quit. You penned a good poem and I think we can feel your anger in it. love phyl

Debbie Duncan
Date: 8/3/2013 12:56:00 AM

Thank you phyl ;}

Karen Anglesey

Date: 8/2/2013 7:22:00 PM

WOW Debbie, you took me back to my own experiences ... you penned a stark truth and made your view eloquent. Good for your courage to tell it like it is..bravo (I posted The Uninvited Stranger a couple of months ago on the same subject) Have a great evening :)

Debbie Duncan
Date: 8/3/2013 12:56:00 AM

Thank you for reading Karen ;}

Richard Ferry

Date: 8/2/2013 1:36:00 PM

The demon of many..Explicit write

Debbie Duncan
Date: 8/3/2013 6:44:00 PM

thanks for reading Rick ;}

Richard Ferry

Date: 8/2/2013 1:36:00 PM

The demon of many..Explicit write

Laura Mckenzie

Date: 8/2/2013 10:52:00 AM

Awesome poetry! My hubby would love this! Laura :)

Debbie Duncan
Date: 8/2/2013 1:10:00 PM

Thank you Laura ;}

Duke Beaufort

Date: 7/28/2013 6:16:00 PM

I mean know--I think I had one too many.

Duke Beaufort

Date: 7/28/2013 6:15:00 PM

Debbie--for the most part I agree. Alcohol has been around for a long time and is OK when we no when to quit and how to segregate it from work. However, it can be a really good headache remedy. On the other hand, it can give you a big one too. I had a lot of experience with abuse from alocholics and am very sensitive on this subject. Alcohol can destroy families and relationships very easily. It's not the life seen on TV commercials.

Debbie Duncan
Date: 7/28/2013 9:40:00 PM

Thank you for reading Duke ;}

Richard D Seal

Date: 7/28/2013 6:39:00 AM

Beautiful write here Debbie, I've always been teetotal but have seen first hand the devastating effects drink can have some folk. I like your new avatar, cheeky pose lol. Take care, Richard

Debbie Duncan
Date: 7/28/2013 9:16:00 PM

Thank you Richard ;}

Lucilla Carrillo

Date: 7/26/2013 3:41:00 PM

Hi Debbie; This is a great poem. I knew a few people in my life that were Alcoholics. Some came out of it and some never did. It is sad. This poem reminds me of one I have here. ( Devil Inside A Bottle ). Thanks for sharing....... Lucilla

Debbie Duncan
Date: 7/28/2013 12:06:00 PM

Thank you Lucilla ;}

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 7/24/2013 9:26:00 PM

deep... enjoyed...PD

Debbie Duncan
Date: 7/25/2013 4:16:00 PM

Thank you Linda ;}

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/23/2013 12:34:00 AM

this is very good. and thanks for drawing my attention to TErry's poem. I have not seen her in a while and should look her up.

Debbie Duncan
Date: 7/23/2013 2:24:00 AM

Thank you Andrea ;}

Joseph May

Date: 7/22/2013 5:19:00 PM

A poweful and emotional write Debbie....thanks for faving my poem....best wiahes...

Sara Kendrick

Date: 7/22/2013 2:22:00 PM

Enjoyed reading your creative work..I am sure that Therese will be glad that she inspired you to write..Thanks for stopping by..Sara

Debbie Duncan
Date: 7/25/2013 4:02:00 PM

Thank you Sara ;}

Tim Ryerson

Date: 7/22/2013 3:49:00 AM

Gripping and relevant write Debbie...I am going to look up Therese's poem to see what inspired this gem - Tim

Debbie Duncan
Date: 7/22/2013 11:10:00 AM

Thank you Tim ;}

Gail Debole

Date: 7/21/2013 6:00:00 PM

Your personification of alcohol is unique! So good. Thanks for visiting my poem and thank you that it was one you could relate to. That's important to me to know that.

Debbie Duncan
Date: 7/22/2013 11:10:00 AM

Thank you Gail ;}

Robert Johnson

Date: 7/21/2013 1:26:00 PM

Go ahead and have a drink. Thats how temptation ply's. No matter how the past unfolds, We still fall for it's lies. A cigarette and drink in hand will surely end your days. Sadly, there's so many who cant' see it through the haze. Hi Debbie. Personally , I've had my days with both. I'm very grateful to have quit smoking, Drinking still gets me once or twice a year. I wish so much for those who still struggle to find a way to stop. Prayers. Good message in your poem.

Debbie Duncan
Date: 7/21/2013 5:30:00 PM

Thank you Robert ;} never smoked myself.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 7/21/2013 12:50:00 PM

- I remember reading her poem a while back. - Many sad destinies and ruined lives because of alcohol and drugs. - This is well written Debbie! - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)

Debbie Duncan
Date: 7/21/2013 4:16:00 PM

Thank you Anne,,,, not about me ;}