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Broken Wing

Self-pity became my days in so many messed up ways, if only the bottle in my right hand didn’t stay. I knew I hit rock bottom- I knew I was reaching near death- I knew no time could save me, as I took my last breath. Flatline, the fate of mine- I ran out of time- for I had become so darn depressed. A heartbeat appeared as my family feared I’d never be the same again- Could there be damage from this affliction due to my addiction? I eventually lost all my friends. I never contemplated ending my life, for I was a mother and a wife- I wanted to free myself with grace, oh, the look upon my husband’s face… Recovery seemed so far, as a new flavor of life I craved to taste. I didn’t want to live a life of waste. I awoke one morning in withdrawal and mourning, for I needed a fix to survive- But I pulled through and strived for one more day and had the strength to stay alive. A look into my future with a fresh sewn-on suture, a mending needle and thread pulled through with ease- I needed to rid my life of the rumors, and needed recovery much sooner to rid me of this awful disease. I had a sister back then who saved me from myself- I overcame with determination without contemplation and fully recuperated to good health. I needed no wealth, just sincere motivation and put that old book upon my top shelf. For I needed to be free from temptation. Support groups I attended and many loving people I befriended and with good counsel I learned to love within- God knew my honest life was intended as I fit in and blended and this battle I fought I did win. I may have a broken wing that could never heal, but this injury reminds of how I don’t wish to feel. For my past has brought me much adoration, and forever I shall try to fly in sincere celebration. The life I hold is completely genuine and real, as I continue my journey with... ...healthy moderation. *I will always be grateful for my "broken wing". Thank you for this contest it caused much healing.* Broken Wing Contest April 10, 2017

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