Karen Jones Poet Rhyme

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I don't drink or smoke but I have watched while others did so as well as watching while they kicked the habit. It is not for the faint of heart. Dear poets forgive me while my latest poems purge my mind of such things. Thanks

Withdrawal

Watching you go through withdrawal 
Seeing you suffer like your skin crawls
Never have I been so proud 
You are stronger now laying on the ground 
How do you wonder as you’re in pain
But the thunder of your heart is changed
You refuse to be a house of ill repute
For drink drugs and evil spirits so loose
You have kept your word and fight each urge
To use again and fly like blue bird
Instead you bravely stay on the ground
Where flowers grass love at last are found

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Valsa George July 5, 2024 at 5:06 AM I admire you for the consolation and courage you give to those who show the withdrawal symptom after kicking off the undesirable addictions. Let them be steadfast in their courageous decision. Powerful writing and a great message, dear Karen. Karen Jones July 5, 2024 at 8:38 AM Thanks Valsa!

Gershon Wolf July 3, 2024 at 6:48 PM I can relate, as we used to say back in the day. Here's to reality, neither illusional or delusional. ~ Sober for 54 years, gw Karen Jones July 3, 2024 at 6:54 PM That’s wonderful Gershon!

Hilda Greenhough July 3, 2024 at 2:29 PM This heartfelt poem prays for recovery. It take bravery to kick a habit, and return to being the beautiful person one is. Good luck to loved ones. Karen Jones July 3, 2024 at 6:41 PM Thanks dear poetess!

Tom Cunningham July 3, 2024 at 5:06 AM Addiction is a terrible thing Karen, it's a downward spiral and many struggle to get off. Powerful writing. Tom Karen Jones July 3, 2024 at 12:12 PM Thanks Tom!

Silent One July 2, 2024 at 1:13 PM You expressed it very well, I am like you also, I dont drink or smoke, but have seen so many suffer from it.. Karen Jones July 2, 2024 at 5:34 PM It’s hard to watch. Especially if you’re close to the person.