Think Before You Drink

Feelings I cannot explain
Sends chills through me everyday
Like a ghost is passing through
Haunting memories of you
That I dream of every night
Of a very deadly sight
That will not let go of me
I will never be set free
From tears rolling down my face
I live in a darkened place
With no lover by my side
Ever since we took that ride
Hand in hand-- sharing our hearts
Till a drunk tore us apart
When he didn't stop on red
Alcohol filled up his head
Causing all my dreams to crash
Fading away in a flash
Why can't others stop and think
Of the dangers when they drink
Getting behind a deadly wheel
Not caring how others feel
Ripping their lives all apart
Leaving them a broken heart
That can't be fixed--Put back together
Their happiness is lost forever
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Dietrich Avatar
January 18, 2014 at 6:57 PM
good title for this very important message., I wish everyone who drinks would read this and take it to heart. congrats in the contest. Luv, Andrea
Kearley Avatar
October 8, 2013 at 7:45 PM
A very heartbreaking read... Yes, think before and when you drink.
Jackson Avatar
October 8, 2013 at 3:18 PM
A poem with a very grave message. Brilliantly written. Best Wishes Linda
Rain Avatar
October 8, 2013 at 7:45 AM
I have a few Favorite poets and poems , I just added you , I to struggle with this thought , I quit entirely being Native American mixed , our tribes introduced only 300 yrs ago . I Love your amazing piece ~
Rain Avatar
October 8, 2013 at 7:41 AM
7 and 7 , I noticed you coming up ! Number 3 and soon to be ...! so visiting your latest .. I am stunned by this amazing poem , it should be a card printed , this write is one that takes your heart & soul and shakes it ! A Favorite , Great job !
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