Debbie Duncan Poet Dramatic Monologue

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Alcohol

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 March 4, 2018 at 1:41 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 February 23, 2015 at 6:26 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 October 28, 2013 at 9:29 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 September 7, 2013 at 8:31 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 September 7, 2013 at 9:47 AM Thank you Richard ;}

Don Johnson August 10, 2013 at 1:07 AM alcohol brings out the nasty side, a summer storm without the pride, remorse inside...love it babe...

Sue-Ellen Newman August 7, 2013 at 5:42 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 August 9, 2013 at 2:02 AM Thank you Sue - Ellen

Laura Breidenthal August 6, 2013 at 10:16 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 August 9, 2013 at 1:20 PM Thank you Laura ;}

Stephen Kilmer August 3, 2013 at 6:38 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 August 2, 2013 at 8:48 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 August 3, 2013 at 12:56 AM Thank you phyl ;}

Karen Anglesey August 2, 2013 at 7:22 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 August 3, 2013 at 12:56 AM Thank you for reading Karen ;}

Richard Ferry August 2, 2013 at 1:36 PM The demon of many..Explicit write Debbie Duncan August 3, 2013 at 6:44 PM thanks for reading Rick ;}

Richard Ferry August 2, 2013 at 1:36 PM The demon of many..Explicit write

Laura Mckenzie August 2, 2013 at 10:52 AM Awesome poetry! My hubby would love this! Laura :) Debbie Duncan August 2, 2013 at 1:10 PM Thank you Laura ;}

Duke Beaufort July 28, 2013 at 6:16 PM I mean know--I think I had one too many.

Duke Beaufort July 28, 2013 at 6:15 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 July 28, 2013 at 9:40 PM Thank you for reading Duke ;}

Richard D Seal July 28, 2013 at 6:39 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 July 28, 2013 at 9:16 PM Thank you Richard ;}

Lucilla Carrillo July 26, 2013 at 3:41 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 July 28, 2013 at 12:06 PM Thank you Lucilla ;}

Poet Destroyer A July 24, 2013 at 9:26 PM deep... enjoyed...PD Debbie Duncan July 25, 2013 at 4:16 PM Thank you Linda ;}

Andrea Dietrich July 23, 2013 at 12:34 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 July 23, 2013 at 2:24 AM Thank you Andrea ;}

Joseph May July 22, 2013 at 5:19 PM A poweful and emotional write Debbie....thanks for faving my poem....best wiahes...

Sara Kendrick July 22, 2013 at 2:22 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 July 25, 2013 at 4:02 PM Thank you Sara ;}

Tim Ryerson July 22, 2013 at 3:49 AM Gripping and relevant write Debbie...I am going to look up Therese's poem to see what inspired this gem - Tim Debbie Duncan July 22, 2013 at 11:10 AM Thank you Tim ;}

Gail Debole July 21, 2013 at 6:00 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 July 22, 2013 at 11:10 AM Thank you Gail ;}

Robert Johnson July 21, 2013 at 1:26 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 July 21, 2013 at 5:30 PM Thank you Robert ;} never smoked myself.

Anne-Lise Andresen July 21, 2013 at 12:50 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 July 21, 2013 at 4:16 PM Thank you Anne,,,, not about me ;}