Some of Us

Some of us get it, some of us don't. Many of us start the work some of us won't. Different rooms with unfamiliar faces Similar stories from a myriad of places. "Keep it simple, take it easy". That's what I hear. Truly a blessing not to cower in fear. Trying to be silent, absorb what is said To leave the group hopeful, not filled with dread. Thoughts of my brother now four years dead. Still feeling pain over angry words said. Knowing with his God he is at peace. Asking of my God for some sense of release. Struggled along the way to six months earned. Know how to stir up hornets nests, that I've learned. Hearing the wisdom of all the aged codgers, Grumpy old men thinking they're Mr. Rogers. Making amends to those I had harmed, Most understood, while others not charmed. My path is clear, of that I'm certain. Others decide to raise their own curtain. Failure of others is painful to see. Not watching my ass, that could be me. The beast is a menace, indifferent to all. Some of us rise, too many of us fall.