Sober Quest Pt. 4: Recovery

The final day of treatment came the celebration was about to begin this was an emotional day and Jack's journey had come to an end last night he had prepared a poem to read at the ceremony he was going to read it to express his appreciation solely the celebration was starting and everybody had arrived each had a speech to deliver along with their goodbyes Jack decided to go last because he felt that it was best to allow all of his emotions to roam free he would let however it was now his turn and he was more than ready for the poem he was about to read was emotionally heavy 'When I first came here I was lost and in the dark.' 'I was nervous, afraid and my world was falling apart 'You guys have shown me the light so now I'm gonna make it shine.' 'The motivation that you've given me is almost impossible to define.' 'I don't know where I would be without your support and care.' 'This place I like to call heaven because it's much better there.' 'This is the real me and I am now baring my soul to you.' 'At first I was reluctant but you found a way through and many years from now when I look back and reflect forever I'll cherish these memories and I'll never forget.' everyone clapped enthusiastically as they wiped away their tears for they had never heard something so heartwarming and sincere By Glenn McCrary © 2010 Glenn McCrary (All rights reserved)