“The Fork in the Road” is a heartfelt reflection on addiction, faith, and second chances. Written by David Ritter to mark his two-year sobriety milestone, this poem captures the struggle of choosing a new path and finding hope through God’s guidance and grace.
Two years ago, I stood at a crossroads. The path I knew led to a dead end — a constant cycle of drinking that brought me nothing but misery. But a different path beckoned, one paved with sobriety and hope. Fueled by a desperate prayer for change, I finally took that first step.
It hasn’t always been easy, but it’s been the most rewarding journey of my life. On July 13, 2021, I celebrated two years clean and sober. While I may not have reached every destination I envisioned, I’m a million miles from the person I used to be. I’m a work in progress, but with God’s help, the journey continues.
To those who supported me, even when I was lost — your love and encouragement were my lifeline. Thank you for believing in me when I couldn’t believe in myself.
The Fork in the Road
I came upon a fork in the road and paused to have a look. I was weary and filled with burdens, ashamed of past roads I took. The road I was on was battered and worn. I feared another mistake. So I bowed my head to say a prayer, before choosing which road to take.
After my prayer, I looked to my left, that path was cold, dark, and bare. And I would have wandered off that way, if my God did not care. He spoke to me in a still small voice, “Why not try something new? You don’t have to keep living this way, there’s a better road for you.”
I humbly mustered up the courage, to step towards the right. Suddenly I became misty-eyed, in God’s glorious light. The path was warm, bright, and peaceful, His love gently flowed. And I’m ever grateful for His guidance, facing the fork in the road.
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