Poems

Lifetime of Tears

I have a lifetime of tears that are trapped like an ocean, deep within the inside of me, The pain and the fears, and a lingering notion that one day they'll all be set free. But for now, as new tears are gathered and added deep behind an impenetrable wall, The pressure increases as the stability decreases, awaiting the eventual fall.

By |2025-09-07T15:43:45-05:00June 7, 2025|Comments Off on Lifetime of Tears

Clarity—A Miracle of SA Sobriety

Clarity ... clarity is something that I need and wish to have and never lose. Clarity is something that I get when I pause, listen and think. Clarity is a God-given present when I take care of myself and others. Clarity is what I get when I don't let life challenges take over my brain. Clarity is what happens when I try to become a channel of Thy peace. Clarity is when my brain is clear and I can think in a healthy fashion.

By |2025-09-11T13:26:01-05:00March 28, 2023|Comments Off on Clarity—A Miracle of SA Sobriety

I Am a Moth

This morning in the hybrid Manchester, US “Not a Glum Lot meeting,” we read the first story “I’m a Sexaholic” from Member Stories 2007. The text from The Real Connection today was entitled “Hidden Desires” and talked about riding a motorcycle too close to the edge of the Grand Canyon.

By |2025-09-12T15:56:46-05:00September 28, 2022|Comments Off on I Am a Moth

A Poem Bringing Light to Other Sexaholics Like Him

I was introduced to SA by another inmate. Initial contact from the SA sponsor team was very helpful. I am now working with my sponsor—brother and friend—who was assigned to me earlier this year. SA has changed my life. Since joining, I thank God both for SA and for those behind the scenes who, along with my Higher Power, are helping me stay sober.

By |2025-09-03T12:42:50-05:00February 6, 2022|Comments Off on A Poem Bringing Light to Other Sexaholics Like Him