Down But Not Out

Down but not out 
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I want my life back 
Get back on track 
I’m so full of guilt and shame 
As I should cause I am to blame

I’m so ashamed of how I’ve behaved 
I hope it’s not to late and it can be saved 
Right now this mountain seems so high 
I have to keep going I have to try

How ever destructive addiction can be 
The real killer is in the self pity 
For now I need to push that aside 
I want to claw back some of my pride 

Love and support I can not expect 
I hope my actions will have some affect 
On the loved ones I’ve left broken hearted 
That’s why it’s time now 
           To get started
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Koplin Avatar
May 22, 2020 at 9:07 AM
A very profound write dear friend. I wish you the best of luck. You got this.
Dopson Avatar
May 22, 2020 at 11:56 AM
Thank you kindly I do feel I’ve turned the corner ???? thanks again
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