Amber Nectar
The glass she placed down on the table
She would have another now, if she were able
The pain melted for just a little while
This amber liquid could make her smile
Her life was spiraling down and down like the drink
Round and down, but she thought she would not sink.
Inner strength she knew that she possessed
Would it save her when she was put to the test?
The pains the problems would all dissipate
She would show them all, if it wasn’t to late.
This amber nectar she knew was just a crutch
As the last straw, the drowning man will clutch.
The dregs in the glass, they are smiling now
Tempting her-fill me once more, you know how.
“I make you feel better, most of the time
Go on take another sip, it isn’t a crime.”
The man at her side put his hot hand on her knee
Squeezing it, “I’ll get another in and then we will see.”
You get on outside the customers are waiting
Get out and work now, there’s no more debating.
You will earn what you drink, that’s what you desire
This amber nectar is now all you require.
You know nothing in this life ever comes free
Now get on out there and earn money for me.
And with a last sip this saddened lass
Drained the now painfully empty beer glass…
Entry for the "And with a sip" contest by Paula Swanson
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