My body craves my love
In splashes, torrents, and waves
He fit like a glove
Pain. Ecstasy. Drunken smiles
That taste of demon
Lasted for hours and miles
I felt secure with him
When times were rough
But he laughed at me...
I never had enough
A toxic relationship was my love
Nothing satisfied from above
There was no reprieve
as I thirstily and hungrily
Devoured him
Yet told him to leave
That last taste of wine
That illicit affair
Nothing could compare
To my Lover
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Author:
Jane Clemons (Pseudonym) (
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- Comment from author about the poem: This poem is referring to a time in my life when I had an alcohol addiction. It is a story about my drink of choice, the shame that I felt, and loathing what I desired
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Comments4
Good write Jane.
Addiction sure is a one-sided affair.
Glad you're still here to tell the story.
Thank you. There are days when I cannot believe I am still here. I wrote the poem yesterday, but have been sober for 17 years now. I think I like it !
Fantastic, well done.
Glad you were able to break that addiction and be able to share this.
Thank you for your kind words !
Worded with undiluted expression of addiction experience this read really touches the heart Jane - - - an incentive indeed for those determined to reach the same freedom. Thank you for sharing it.
Thank you ! I am rather new at writing poetry, and find it to be a comfortable way for me to express my thoughts and feelings. I have been sober now for 17 years, and live my life without the temptation of wanting that next drink. You used the word "freedom" in your comment....you hit the nail on the head !
Dear Fay.....you have a very interesting profile, and I am anxious now to read your posts !
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