Alcoholic

Come unhinged
On a liquor binge
Face down in the snow
You’re the man
With drink in hand
The bar can’t make you go
That drink of wine 
Sure taste fine
You’ve never been so low
When you drink 
That’s what you think
For what reason
You don’t know
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Breidenthal Avatar
January 14, 2016 at 6:25 AM
I like how you place yourself in drunkard's shoes in your poems - the hangover described in this verse is quite impressive. I have a family member that drinks, so I bet he can relate to this. Thanks for posting!
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January 13, 2016 at 9:35 AM
Alcoholism is an awful addiction. I know firsthand, because my father was one, and unfortunately, it skipped a generation and settled in our youngest daughter. The heartache is immeasurable. For her, and for others. Thanks for sharing.
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