Get Your Premium Membership

All Or Nothing.

There I was as white as a sheet, the alcohol was working ,I could not feel my feet. The bus was out of the question, taxi too. Walking was the answer,if only I knew. The rain was splashing against my face, my glasses steamed up I hurried my pace. M y head was buzzing,my stomach numb. Why oh why was I so dumb. I had only wanted a drink or two. My problem I cant say no. All or nothing,the only way to go. As i smoked the third cigarette,the effects were under way. My eyes were looking but not at you, I was a million miles away. The fourth drink was gone number five to. All the way the only way I know.. So here I am staggering alone. a couple more kilometers, and I will be home, as I look to cross the road, all is clear over I go. Wait stop!: I look with eyes of dread, a v.w golf has hit my leg. I look up give the o.k. then bells started ringing in my head. This road is one way. too late I say,he is off at least I am o.k. So here I am in the safety of home. I made it all alone I lay my weary head on the bed. All or nothing the only way to be. Once a year is enough for me.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2008




Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem.

Please Login to post a comment

A comment has not been posted for this poem. Encourage a poet by being the first to comment.


Book: Shattered Sighs