Sweet love, progress is progress, no matter how small or slow. We fall down, we get back up, and we keep moving forward. Hang in there, and keep on fighting! Baby steps. One day at a time. One battle at a time. I feel this write so deeply...down into the very depths of my soul. It's not an easy road, but it's not a permanent one, either. There is never any judgement on this end!! If you ever need anything at all, I'm just a few clicks away! Message me anytime. Sending so much love and positive thoughts your way- I hope they find you well, and that you'll feel better soon! -Many hugs to you!!- <3

Ren has said it all, Nams. Myself and red wine are sometimes a little too friendly and I know what sort of person I am so there is certainly no judgment; just respect for someone who is clearly trying very hard all the time to fight this affliction.
Pm me anytime you need to about anything.

All the best and take care,

Ben

Very honest self reflecting heartfelt write. Big hugs Nam's and nominated.

*each week's pay

*then the sickness, far from bliss.

The meaning of this poem is beautiful and painstakingly honest, but it was hard to find a consistent rhythm or structure. To me, that was a tad distracting. I suppose it could be metaphorical that the structure of this poem is a mess because you're a mess too. I don't think Vegas will help your sobriety too much. I suppose I don't know where you go from here, grasping for sobriety while incidentally handling yet another bottle of wine. Trying to escape yourself whilst being too inebriated to go anywhere.

Potent, indeed.

Much love,
S.

I'm pretty good now but jesus on a weekend when not occupied! I can nail a few in fact a lot!

Am I concerned? Dam right I am! It's not easy, it's too easy to sip from the bottle but to quote the chief from one flew over the cuckoos nest "the bottle was sucking out of him"

Too many bad decisions are born of its effects and I know this only too well.

Anyway a fantastic poem and if you insert the pauses where I think you placed them it flows rather well.

Sending hugs

Craig

Excellent write

Addiction is a b'tch! Much of society frowns on us, but the truth is, we are all addicts in one way or another. If you're not the problem, then we should be part of a solution.
One day at a time...
Stay strong! X