Sober… just for today

​I am grateful to life
A new beginning, and a new way of living 
I wished I did this programme of the steps before.
It was sugggested: ‘can’t you go, just to have one?’
I know myself too well, I drink fast and end up spending a lot of money…..definitely over a ton.

I am grateful for today
And today I need to be selfish, and take action for me, 
Yet, I may be criticised for my impulsive ways
Today, I am focused, and aim not to stray. 

Hello, I am Jason, I am a alcoholic, 
And I am a grateful one….at that, 
I every now and then I go to my local, just to put myself through a test
I know through my higher power, I am seeking to be blessed.
I am here today
I am here tomorrow, that’s what I hope for too,
Today I have a life worth living 
And plenty of love to show, especially when I am writing poetry and the love I am giving. 

I struggle each day
I want to pick up, so I call a fellow alcoholic and tell them of my temptations 
We have all faced trails and tribulations.

I am thankful that i am sober today… just today.
Praying for this disease to away. 
The programme of 12 steps is powerful and quite simple,
I put in the work and don’t ever want to look back
I pray to God always, and that today I won’t be able to slack.

Jason - Alcoholic (571 days sober)
3rd July 2026