Coming To Reality. Poem by Derek Dowie

I feel alive and free from the throes of my addiction.
I was able to face my past and present afflictions.
This place I visited was just a leg of my adventure.
Many more to come, these places I will venture.
As I look across the Lake of Life,
I took time to ponder my present strife.
I saw the mirror of my soul.
I saw the damage, it has taken its toll.
With a few days clear, I feel much better.
I have to follow my program to the letter.
I feel alive and free, my mind is clear.
With this new found clarity, I have nothing to fear.
I feel alive and free from the throes of my addiction.