“Dear Everyone” is an honest and vulnerable journey through addiction, regret, and redemption. It reflects the pain of the past, the hope of recovery, and the beautiful act of asking for forgiveness.
Dear Everyone
I lived in denial for many a year
Showing a brave front but living in fear
Denying that booze had a strong hold on me
I’d drown my sorrows to flood reality
I blamed everyone for my pitiful life
My parents my children and the ex-wife
Then I discovered a fact to be true
I was the problem and not all of you
I was selfish and rude and fake as a clown
With a painted-on smile to conceal a frown
My using and abusing to bury my pain
Was like jumping in a lake to escape the rain
My body felt empty like I had no soul
My spirit was crushed spinning out of control
Just as I thought my life couldn’t get worse
My Savior showed up and He lifted the curse
Today I am happy joyous and free
To all whom I’ve hurt my apology
Please forgive me for the wrongs I’ve done
And know that I love you my dear everyone
— David Ritter
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