Sober For A Year-A Poem By David Ritter

“Sober For A Year” is a powerful and inspiring testament to the journey of recovery. The poem candidly explores the challenges of addiction and the transformative power of support, faith, and perseverance.

Sober For A Year

A year ago this day,
Lost in a world of strife,
I mustered up my courage,
And chose to change my life.

In a meeting of my peers,
I sat with sullen air,
Alone, afraid, and angry,
I found my solace there.

I drank up every word,
That was uttered on that day,
The love that filled the room,
Would help me find the way.

The words the others spoke,
Harsh as they might be,
The first steps towards a new life,
Would have to come from me.

Honesty would be my credo,
And forgiveness was a must,
I reconnected with my Savior,
And to Him I gave my trust.

At times I may have faltered
But the struggle wasn’t long,
Others were there to raise me,
And they helped me to stay strong.

I now share my hope and strength,
With those who are in need,
And pray my words of hope take root,
Just like a gardener’s seed.

To all who’ve shared my journey,
And took the time to cheer,
Thanks to you with all my heart,
I’ve been sober for one year!

David Ritter (Sobriety Date 7/13/2019)

To read more poems from past anniversaries click these links below.

Second year of sobriety I wrote “The Fork in the Road”

Third year of sobriety I wrote “Gone”

Year 4 no poem but shared this on Facebook

Year 5 From “Storms to Sunrises”

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.

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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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