My Path to Recovery- A Poem by David Ritter

“My Path to Recovery” is a candid and inspiring exploration of the challenges and triumphs experienced on the journey to sobriety. With raw honesty, David Ritter shares the struggles of facing addiction alone and the transformative power of finding a supportive community. Through his words, readers are invited to witness the strength, hope, and gratitude that fueled his recovery.

My Path to Recovery

Recovery was not easy
when I was alone
Some days I felt queasy
for my future was unknown

But my heart was still beating
And therein lay the hope
So I went to a meeting
and learned tools for me to cope

Surrounded by others
they all quickly came to be
Sisters and brothers
who accepted me as me

Now every day I choose to sing
a brand-new song
and thanking my higher power
for a place I now belong

Sometimes sobriety is hard
I live it day by day
But I refuse to let down my guard
by going to AA

and with each passing day
on the path to be free
God helped lead the way
but the first step was up to me

David Ritter

Memories for Keeps includes captivating poems like “Gone Fishing,” “One Day to Live,” “The Fork in the Road,” and “Lost at Sea.” Dive into the pages and let your heart wander! Available for download or print on Amazon. For additional poetry collections and products, you can contact me directly at rittersrhymeandreason@gmail.com or visit the stores listed below. Memorial picture frames and books can also be found at my Etsy Store!!! CLICK HERE

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MEMORIES FOR KEEPS

A collection of poetry that reveals one man’s feelings about the world around him. With spirituality the centerpiece of most of his writings, the author touches the hearts and minds of readers with hope, peace, love, humility, wisdom, and wit. While tackling topics ranging from grief to fatherhood, from addictions to friendships, this writer captures the essence of a born-again, alcoholic dad who is grateful to have finally found serenity in life. Today, through this collection of both old and new works, he shares that serenity with you!

BOTTLED MEMORIES

These stand-alone poems were written over many years. While individually they describe the conflicts associated with alcoholism, when read together they reveal a more complete picture of the destruction, depression, and chaos of addiction, as well as the peace, hope, and joy of recovery. Although most of these poems pertain to my life, it is my hope that other people will relate to them also. It’s not only my story but the story of so many others.

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