There was a time
I felt that I carried the whole world
On top of my shoulders
Weighted down with the burden
Trying to hold together a family
Keep a steady job
And monitor an alcoholic
But I have learned
The disease had control
Not me
Not him
There were so many years
I felt a failure
Unable to laugh loud enough
Not worth anything
Always doing things wrong
While trying to wear a mask
To hide my pain and depression
But I have learned
The disease has control
Not me
Not my doctors
So I accept my limitations
And know it’s not my fault
I am worthy of happiness
I deserve to be loved
And I will do all I can
To trust in the future
For what it will be
I have learned
Life is worth living
For myself
For my family
Written for Fandango’s One-Word Challenge (FOWC) – shoulder
A lovely poem and a great message. We all are worthy of happiness.
Thanks so much for your kind words!
Always a pleasure Leigha