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Saturday, 12 May 2018

Overdosed

Who’ll mourn if the come down doesn’t wake him,
Not most of his victims of criminality for sure.
He weakly fought and lost his battle within
And on any help had slammed shut the door.
No tears will seep from us, for his life was sin –
But not always, there was a respectful time before
When he’d paid taxes, and was thoughtful to kin;
He knew what love was, and his family did implore,
But he left them for dead when he went out to score. 

Her son, who once could do no wrong in her loving eyes
Before his time had been laid to transgressing rest.
With tears she regrettably said her farewell goodbyes
Whilst packing away his memories in the old attic chest.
Yet just across town her son slowly breathed in air,
With no one to lend a hand, and now also a care. 

© Andrew Stevenson 13/03/2017
 
A re-edited piece.
 
Thank you. Love love, Andrew.

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  2. Most thought provoing words Ansrew. Brought a tear to my eye.

    Yvonne.

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    1. Greetings Yvonne. Thank you for your kind comment, it is warmly received. Blessings to you. Love love, Andrew.

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  3. That opening line, "Who’ll mourn if the come down doesn’t wake him," is powerful. Addiction is terrible, and I have a lot of compassion for those caught in its grip. Your piece reminded me of Ed Sheeran's "A Team." I believe that Jesus is mercy and compassion and love and that he will heal the hurt of damaged souls.

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    1. Greetings Louise. Thank you for your kind words, they are warmly received my friend. I know a few old school friends who battle addiction without any help from their families, as they've continually stolen from them! A sad circle they get themselves into! Tut. Blessings to you. Love love, Andrew.

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