Confessions of An Alcoholic

It's a plum, saturated red
Swirling in my glass for me
This cabernet with a nose on it
Flows with a rich viscosity

Or a tangy, soury lemon
Crisp, bitter and icy cold
This martini sitting next to me
As I write of stories never told

Usually I am impartial to
A tomato juice, olive and some lime
Stirring any ingredients 
From the fridge that I can find

Yet, these are the glorious 
These are devils I cannot stray
When I sit back, fix my glass
And greet the end of day

These are confessions 
Of an alcoholic as I drink
I fill, I refill, countless times
So much I cannot think

I do not foresee my stopping
This madness will ensue
Until all that I have worked for
Is gone in what I say and what I do
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Fleming Avatar
December 18, 2014 at 2:22 AM
Excellent poem. You have turned to face your Demons; and that takes courage! Now summon the strength to confront them. Remember: we all lose in the end - its how you lose that is important! The very best of luck! :) john.
Smith Avatar
December 18, 2014 at 4:34 PM
I guess you're right... lol! Thanks John
Meade Avatar
December 17, 2014 at 8:20 PM
I am on the board of Recovery Resources which deal with addition -- I am written on this topic . . . it's a tough topic this is easily misunderstood. Your poem hit the issue dead on --
Smith Avatar
December 18, 2014 at 4:35 PM
THank you David
Allison Avatar
December 17, 2014 at 6:41 PM
very well penned - I have a friend who is an alcoholic it is ruining her life and her marriage - makes me so so sad - excellent write:-) Hugs jan xx
Smith Avatar
December 18, 2014 at 4:33 PM
Thank you Jan!
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