If I want a life of true wealth I need to take care of my health. For years I hurt my body with my inebriating ways, which caused me to run astray. I had no care for myself especially my health. I lived as if I was invincible and life was just so simple. I had no desire to handle any responsibility, and lived my life very foolishly. Now in the present I am having to deal with the repercussions of my past, which feels as sharp as shards of glass. I have to continue to fight unhealthy desires, that seem to be unquenchable fires. Sometimes it feels like I'm drowning and struggling to keep my head above water, but I know the one above won't let me falter. As long as I stay connected to my strength above he will always provide me with enough.
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maribeth baker
I am an inspirational recovery poet. I have 2 kids and an a former widow of 6 years and am now currently engaged to an amazing man that just so happens to have the same name as my late husband.
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Motherhood
She seems to take on the weight of the world in her hands, but people don't ever seem to give her a glance. She chases little people all the time and barely gets to wine. If only people really knew everything she really does endure they may no longer make her feel so insecure. They may actually lift her up with encouragement instead of arguing over petty disagreements. It takes a lot more than most realize to be a mother, and there aren't many who are tougher. Despite the struggle a mom wouldn't ever want it any different, because the memories she has with her children is truly magnificent.
By maribeth baker3 years ago in Poets
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