Lying and cheating and stealing at the time it seemed appealing
Wearing the mask had to be the worst....but lying to my family and myself it was a first
The demon had taken my hand......I drank so much I slept in the sand
I woke up on the beach so many times.......at times I was so wasted I could not think of any rymes
I needed a way out....I could not sit there and pout
The story could go on ...but I can't wait till all these feelings are gone
I waited much too long .....I had to stand and be strong
As I  hear the waves crashing the shore.. now I am sober and I found my way out the door

When you first come in it is dark and cold....once you blend in that stuff gets old
Being in detox it's not an easy way ....but it is far better than a prison stay
I just walk the line and keep to myself... but I am not a closed book to be put on a shelf
As I hear the stories of the people here....it gets in my head and I feel their fear
So I am going  forward and not looking back ... Straight and narrow to finally get my good life back.

As the sun shines upon my face .....there is a new day coming which I say it with grace
The clean living is what I need to live ...and with that I will help others out with all I can give
If there is a higher power he will be my guide....he watch over me so I don't slide

The days were long ...the nights were cold....drinking so much that I am looking old
My time is slipping away..... finally realized I am not ok
My body is slowly fading and there is only one thing I must do ......quit drinking or I am through
I will grab the angels wings ....and see what the future brings
I know I can do it .... break the chain....and I will not complain
Stay away from the demon....he will ruin you......he tried that on me too

The road may be long ......I must be strong
The sun will lead the way......I will feel better everyday
Staying sober is everyday job ..your life do not let the demon rob
Stay on course......and soon you will see.....once you are sober your soul will be free