Victor Buhagiar Poet Free verse

Love and Alcohol

Sunset ebbed so quickly,
Dark clouds gathered swiftly.
Cold wind whipped around me,
As I stood on the quay.

My old brittle bones ache,
Entirely my mistake.
Turned back to the haven,
A coward, a craven.

Now abandoned by all
I’d revert to my call.
No alcohol would aid.
Was just addicted by trade.

Yet there she was waiting
No more hesitating.
I smiled and saw her love.
Humbly thanked God above.

I made a solemn vow
No more hard drinks, somehow.


6 syllable couplets.

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Ray Zottola May 11, 2023 at 7:30 AM I'm with you! Every time I say i'll quit, somehow I forget the next day and try again as the pain has drifted. Love this! Rz

Charles Messina May 2, 2023 at 5:19 AM Drinking hard drinks gets old, the older we get the harder we fall (lol) But a couple of glasses of wine may enhance romance :) Best wishes my friend.

Eve Roper May 1, 2023 at 7:52 PM A woman love does tame the soul.. Lovely write.

Susan Ashley April 29, 2023 at 9:29 AM Dear Victor, the vulnerability of struggle and deep emotions resonate in the aching beauty of your verse. May the narrator imbibe on sweet love's potion to help him keep his solemn vow. Your poet's heart is ever soulful and romantic, my friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Sara Kendrick April 29, 2023 at 7:46 AM Ahh!! A reason to change. I enjoyed reading this one today. It has good flow, rhythm, and rhyme. Nice to live close to the sea, ocean or gulf. Thanks for sharing and for dropping by my page. Sara

Miranda Hawley April 29, 2023 at 7:22 AM How did your solemn vow go? Or how is it going? Love really does change things that is for sure. Great job.

Speaks Volumes April 28, 2023 at 6:15 PM Love conquers all. You are lucky to have had such a love Victor. S mant go a lifetime and never know that type of wondeful love. Best wishes, Wen

Paula Goldsmith April 28, 2023 at 1:58 PM A lovely write/ending. Have a great day/weekend..................

Evelyn Judy Buehler April 28, 2023 at 12:33 PM The poem's contrast between love and alcohol is interesting and insightful. The ending is quite nice. :)

Alexis Y. April 28, 2023 at 9:00 AM Hi Victor, Alcohol is a temporary fix, a thief, and a robber. But love is something that can give the alcoholic a reason to get clean. But that love has to start within first. That's my opinion, nevertheless a good poem on love and alcohol. Have a great day and weekend-Alexis

Daniel Turner April 28, 2023 at 8:22 AM Alcohol is a theif that steals one's thoughts, words and eventually one's life. Love is what really makes the world go around. Very nice poem, Victor. You are a true romantic. Have a super weekend my friend:)

Paul Callus April 28, 2023 at 6:27 AM Love and alcohol are often not worthy of one another! If they do have to mix, then may Love's portion be much bigger than that of alcohol! ~ Best regards, Victor. // paul

Kim Rodrigues April 28, 2023 at 5:41 AM Love sweet love!

Vijay Pandit April 28, 2023 at 5:37 AM Love is almighty--I like the turn in the ending lines.

Tom Cunningham April 28, 2023 at 2:40 AM Alcohol in moderation is okay but in excess causes clouded judgement and heartache. Tom

Anne-Lise Andresen April 28, 2023 at 1:46 AM - Hope he keeps his promise ... love gives a better feeling than alcohol - Great written, Victor :) - Have a nice Friday and weekend :) - hugs

Valsa George April 28, 2023 at 1:34 AM Alcohol can only put our aches to a temporary halt. But love is an elixir that can ease our pain for ever. Beautiful poem, dear Victor.

Unseeking Seeker April 28, 2023 at 1:25 AM Victor, the undying romantic! Enjoyed the write. Hope you are doing well. Have a great weekend!

Beryl Edmonds April 28, 2023 at 1:23 AM True love is the magic brew, only drink from the fountain of love that cascades down on you Victor from heaven above… Belle

Joanna Daniel April 28, 2023 at 1:03 AM True love can change the harshest addict, well written, Victor:)