Crystol Woods Poet Lyric

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I am in year 6 of recovery from opioids. I would not be here without the love and support of my family and the freedom only God can give.

Escape

Fear leaks out my pores
Stinging my eyes as it rolls down
Running on and on
I turn my head around
I look again and I see
You're still chasing me
And I run on
I run on


I run away then back again
I can't stay but here I stand
My choices are not made by me anymore
Since I became yours
I'm chained to you
I'm bound and gagged
I Try to scream
You pull my strings
And I lie down
I lie back down


Dread crawls up my spine
Claws reach down my throat
Squeezing me inside
Until I choke
I try to hide
To turn aside from you
But I don't
I don't


I run away then back again
I can't stay but here I stand
My choices are not made by me anymore
Since I became yours
I'm chained to you
I'm bound and gagged
I Try to scream
You pull my strings
And I lie down
I lie back down


There's no way out.. only through
But now I see the light 
because of you
Because of you
I am at peace
I am free!
No one holds my strings
I'm not alone anymore
You gave me a voice to sing

You gave me…bravery!
You gave me…hope!
You gave me…the keys!
You cut my ropes!
You gave me a life, I can be proud of!
You gave me….love!
You gave me love.
You gave me…
LOVE!

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Susan Ashley December 1, 2024 at 6:36 PM Dear Crystol, I am deeply moved by the potent heartache and the bloom of hope, joy and love expressed in your potent lyric. Such an intimate outpouring of emotion and imagery of being "bound and gagged" by addiction.. your imagery so striking it impacts the soul deeply. I adore the verse "There's no way out.. only through/But now I see the light" for a triumphant turning point in embracing recovery with hope and love and God. Indeed, your bravery and the gift of forgiveness cannot be denied. Your golden pen shines! Congratulations for your success in Kai's contest. Warmest wishes my sweet friend.. ~Susan Crystol Woods December 2, 2024 at 4:51 AM To know my writing and struggles have touched another soul is so rewarding. Thank you for letting me know that and hold that with me always! Blessings Susan! Xo

Karen Jones November 28, 2024 at 1:30 AM What a courageous person you are to face your challenges! Many can relate to your raw battle! My dad struggled with addiction. So glad you persevered and continue to do so daily! Congratulations on your win! Crystol Woods November 29, 2024 at 10:36 AM I'm sure our addictions effect our loved ones profoundly ...I pray your dad overcame! Ty! Xo

Jeanette Swan November 27, 2024 at 12:36 PM This is very moving, remembering pain, and celebrating the love of God, praise God. Blessings are yours. J :) Crystol Woods November 29, 2024 at 10:35 AM Thank you so much for the read and comment! Xo

David Crandall November 15, 2024 at 8:08 PM Hi Crystol, sounds like a nightmare. So glad we have you! Crystol Woods November 16, 2024 at 3:38 PM Awe thank you David! Xo

Silent One November 15, 2024 at 10:07 AM Your poem is an honest approach to addiction, I am so happy to see that you are overcoming your demons and its been six years in doing so.. Stay strong dear poetess... Crystol Woods November 15, 2024 at 3:20 PM Tysm Silent One, your kind words of encouragement are well and gratefully received! Good use of words, demons...truth. My nightmares are about relapsing. I pray daily to avoid that humiliation and pain. <3<3xoxo