Sobriety

Sobriety 
 In the beginning, it is like walking on a narrow track
With olive roots over the ground to trip you up and branches
Of trees slapping you in the face, if you fall get up and 
Continue to walk to be tired is not an alternative for a rest
The track gets smoother and wider, but it rains muds up to 
Your ankles and you have to cross a stream.
After the ordeal you look back and wonder who helped, you inner
Strength the id it stepped in when most needed
Ahead is a shiny asphalted road waiting just for you.
I can`t promise you happiness and Hallelujahs,
 But promise this when at home and the day was long you 
Will smile feel contentment for you have walked the walk, 
 Your feet are dry and life is not as bad as you thought.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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