Hope Returns

Hope lost

What a cost

Too much pain

Am I sane

Is there a way out

Alcohol sought

A temporary solution

To numb the confusion

Another hangover

Will this last forever

Then a small glimmer

Something inside starts to simmer

Could it be lost hope

Like opening an envelope

It's contents a hand written letter

Words assuring that I will get better

A return address on the corner

A name once quite familiar

That one gone long ago

There wanting me back to help me grow

Amazing grace shown by You, Father

Hope emerges, a divine encounter
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012


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Date: 3/3/2013 8:53:00 AM
Allen, many blessings on your featured poem this passed week. Have yourself a new and awesome week.:-) Always & Forever * LINDA
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Date: 2/26/2013 2:18:00 PM
Great poem!!!
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Allen Braaten
Date: 2/26/2013 9:13:00 PM
Thank you for reading and commenting AJ
Date: 2/26/2013 9:11:00 AM
As one who's been through the alcohol bit, I say bravo. Congrats on the selection. daver
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Allen Braaten
Date: 2/26/2013 9:10:00 PM
Thankful to be through those times. Thanks for the comment AJ
Date: 10/9/2012 11:42:00 AM
..answered prayers and now you're happy..:) nice piece..
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