This one is about my favourite 6 men at the bars I frequented. They were there every time, to keep me company and share the journey to oblivion.
I don't need, nor want their company anymore, and I'm so grateful to have them out of my life.
Today my life is awesome without these guys in it, but if I learned one thing over the years, it is that I should take nothing for granted, not even my sobriety. For me it is quite simply a miracle that I am sitting here writing this without a beer on the desk.
I have no plans for taking any alcohol today, and with the love and support of the people I have around me, and a faith in something that I do not understand, I trust that, that will be the case.
It is truly a case of taking one day at a time. Do that for long enough and the days turn into weeks, which turn into months and years.
As I write this I am 3,907 days without alcohol.
If you have a problem with alcohol there is help available, reach out to me on the socials, or via my email, and I'll be able to connect you with some people that can help.
6 Men
In a tavern dim, where spirits would flow,
Sat Jim a sight to behold.
But now I’m sober, with a clear head,
No more dancing with Jim, or so it's said.
Next to him was Johnny so tall,
Once the life of the party a pretty highball.
But now I’m on the wagon, with a newfound stride,
No more walking with Johnny, I’ve lost that ride.
Then there was Jack, he was so fine,
His stories legendary, his laughter a sign.
But now I’m on the mend, with a firm resolve,
No more toasting with Jack, my problems, like ice dissolve.
Grant, at the bar had a smoky embrace,
Once the toast of the town, in every place.
But now I’m sipping coffee, in a quiet scene,
No more nights with Grant, or so it would seem.
Doug, shone bright with a rugged charm,
Once the life of the party, causing no harm.
But now I’m on the path to a better day,
No more adventures with Doug, I’ve found my own way.
Finally, there's Glenn, a friend so grand,
Once the toast of the Highlands, the pride of the land.
But now I’m on the mend, with a clear mind,
No more tunes with Glenn, I’ve left him behind.
So, here's to the lads who've turned a new leaf,
From the grip of alcohol, they've found relief.
With humour and wit, they've changed their scene,
No more spirits to be seen, or so it seems!
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