I Am Strong (Poem)

A poem about overcoming addiction...

If pain was but a test of weakness

Then I'd realize I am strong

I swam to float above the deepest

Treading nine years long

You've read it before, I've said it twice

You read this poem, I've said it thrice

I'm happy, strong, and moving forward

No longer cocaine dreaming horror

Author's Note

I've been clean off of cocaine and alcohol for 4 months now. I still have to occasional beer, but not to get drunk... It was a very hard battle, chains of bullshit weighing heavy on my mind. But I'm one of the strong ones that will actually do something big in his life, something I and my generations to come can be proud of... I hope someone reading any of my poems about my addiction and my mind's descent will be inspired to find true happiness. Things get better if you let them.
I must warn you, escaping the icy grip of Dark is a lot harder than you'd think, depending on how deep in the hole you've fell.

Reviews

[Dayran]

My own experiences with marijuana was a little like running to the place I wanted to get to but later I walked there and experienced a true achievement. Thanks for the story.

[Damien Davison]

Thank you for sharing, I've been working on my smoking pot, never saw it as a drug, but I'm realizing now it's the same thing as using the hard drugs, I'm just chasing escape. Thanks for reviewing!

[Dayran]

You're absolutely right. I had friends who got into the heroin scene. Two died prematurely but one got married and cleaned himself out. I made a conscious decision to stay out.

[Damien Davison]

I've known a few that have died prematurely due to substances... It's terrible where it leads you.

[Dayran]

Its important to refill the places they emptied. It makes up for the slack.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Hi Damien, This is a very straight forward piognant piece that tells your story well.

[Damien Davison]

Thank you, I just posted a very personal writing called An Inch From Death if you're interested. Send me some requests while your at it if you want!

[LamentedHaven]

Very encouraging and could provoke others to take the same direction. Although can't say I've been in the same dilemma I have seen others fall.

[Damien Davison]

The fall sucks, the rise then fall again really sucks, the rise and fall again after that, you either smarten the f**k up or you're lost... At least I woulda been. Thank you for reviewing!

[Baby Ricochet]

One of my fears is I already did the great things I'm gonna do in this life and I didn't realize it at the time cause I didn't see it coming

[Damien Davison]

Didn't get to appreciate it like you wanted... Appreciate everything if anything in the now I suppose... Thank you for reviewing!

[Kelsey]

It always touches me to see someone get clean after struggling with their own personal battles. I've been around all types of addiction my whole life, so I take it to heart seeing anyone struggle with it. I've always said there's a soft spot in my heart for people who deal with addiction, so consider yourself a part of it. It's amazing to see that you've come so far in your journey of recovery, and though I may not know you, I must say I'm incredibly proud. I've seen people deal with it, and I know it's not something you get over easily. Four months must seem like an eternity. I hope the number of months only climbs. With that being said, this is a very powerful and to-the-point poem, one that I personally enjoyed. I wish you luck in your endeavor, and if you ever need a friend, please don't hesitate to ind one in me.

[Damien Davison]

I really appreciate that, thank you. Four months has been... A rollercoaster of s**t. But hey happy is better! Feels nice and people like you! Haha. Thanks again!

[}Echo{]

I really like this. It's great that you freed yourself from addiction. I've known so many people who I've cared about who have had a problem with addiction and either just wouldn't stop because they just didn't want to, or because they just didn't think it was worth it, and they have lost their family and friends and several of them have even lost their lives... I think it's really great that you were able to get clean and get your life back. :)

[Damien Davison]

It was mainly cause I didn't think I was worth it and I wanted to twist my mind and become crazy as f**k... Stupid reason but I decided it at a rather young age... Thanks for reviewing!

[}Echo{]

Well a least you did get clean, and your okay now. :) No prob. :)

[Silhouette]

That's great you freed yourself from your addiction and you wrote about your victory well. kudos to you! :)

[Damien Davison]

Thank you very much, I appreciate that.

[Silhouette]

my pleasure :)

[MachinaWriter]

I know this feeling, man, and this is a good tribute. I like that its short and to the point. Its the kind of thing you could repeat to yourself, like a chant in times of difficulty. Keep up the good work, man. I've been clean for three years now and it's difficult, but it makes you all the stronger.

[Damien Davison]

It's been 4 months now man... 4 months. Thanks you for reviewing!

[MachinaWriter]

Keep it up, man. That's more than a lot of people accomplish.

[Sir Jaykom]

Good write. The insight into your past made this piece much more understandable and effective. Keep up the good work.

[Damien Davison]

Thanks a lot man

[mandy]

congratulations, damien, for breaking loose from your addiction. i know it is difficult. you have great talent as a writer. the last two lines speak volumes.

[Damien Davison]

I really appreciate that, this site, well mainly the people in it, have helped immensely with my confidence and motivation. Thank you!

[mandy]

welcome.. i love this site too...does wonders for MY confidence!