Gone- A Poem by David Ritter

“Gone” is a powerful and personal reflection on the journey of sobriety. Through raw and honest verse, David Ritter celebrates a year of freedom from addiction, acknowledging the challenges overcome and the gratitude for newfound strength. The poem is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of faith.

Three years clean. It’s a milestone I never thought I’d reach. A higher power, a strong support system, and the grit to keep going got me here. I was a lost soul, drowning in a sea of addiction. Today, I’m filled with gratitude for everyone who’s been a part of my journey, even the tough ones – they’ve shaped me. Life’s still a battle, but I’ve got the tools to fight clean. I needed to put my feelings into words, so here’s my attempt at a rap.

GONE

Another year sober with no regrets
Gone are the shakes and nighttime sweats
Thank you God for delivering me
From a life of drama and misery

Gone are the nights I’ve spent in jail
Gone are the ones who hoped I’d fail
Gone are the demons who loved to play
Gone are the ones I prayed would stay

Another year sober and I march on
Gone are the games I tried to con
Thank you God for all your grace
A new life now I found my place

Gone are the nights I could not sleep
Gone are the promises I could not keep
Gone are the words that we are through
Gone are the lies like I love you

Another year sober let’s celebrate
Gone is the heart that’s full of hate
Thank you God for family
the ones who did not give up on me

Gone are the nights I’ve spent in jail
Gone are the ones who hoped I’d fail
Gone are the demons who loved to play
Gone are the ones I prayed would stay

Gone are the nights I could not sleep
Gone are the promises I could not keep
Gone are the words that we are through
Gone are the lies like I love you

David Ritter

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Includes Gone Fishing, One Day to Live, The Fork in the Road, and Lost at Sea.