The battle inside.

Stay strong, John.

              I once had to self medicate to function.

             I killed that Demon, and now life is good.

        Until the end of my days, I must be ever vigilant.

              You see, that Demon I killed has a twin.

             And he really wants me to drink and use,

                               so he can win.

                                     Again

Author's Note

I am celebrating 11 years clean and sober today.
I can never take for granted the Creator's grace.
I am very grateful and humbled to be here, still.

Reviews

[NoneOfYourBusiness akaK..]

I am so very proud of your survival and commitment to continue to do so~ I watched substances destroy too many people I cared for~ never touched the stuf and never will~ burying relatives who didn't need to die kicked me out of any possible vestiges of inclination toward use I may have had~ a powerul testament to the human will and spirit~ and I'm so glad you called it what it is~ a Demon

[Christy Sargent]

You know what JJ....I am very proud and happy for you darling friend. Look here at all of the important friends who your piece has touched enough for them to want to send their best to you. In some way we have each been touched and inspired by your very words. Thank you JJ. I love you as always.

[Branch Isole]

True conflict resdies within as shown so aptly in this short piece. Nice work.

[Robin]

I remember sitting on a couch after a rehearsal , my friends drinking and smoking , - " Hey man , wanna get fucked up ? " ... nope ...

live well my friend

[paul]

wow! congratulations.
great poem. i like the rhyming at the end.

[Nimbus Thread]

And you deserve the grace of being free...congratulations. The write very powerful and to the point... the journey continues. : )

[Jaweena...Eileen Quinta..]

coming up on my 17th anniversary!

[Jaweena...Eileen Quinta..]

Congratulations John for this accomplishment. You are blessed to have a new start, with a clear mind, health, a job and most fulfilling the LOVE of your beautiful wife and wonderful friends. I wish you happiness and contentment my friend.

[An owl on the moon]

What a powerful confession.. a warning to each of us, and a triumphant song of praise to the One who freed you. My heart is filled with thanksgiving for your new life of celebration over these 11 years.

[patricia]

Thats brilliant. A great poem. I was 17 years sober on 14th May this year. It is was AA birthday.

You are an inspiration and comfort. Best Wishes and congrats. Trish