Zach
This poem really grabbed my heart. Seeing someone I care for go through this. It is so heart breaking to watch. I have never seen it put so realistic before. You have done an amazing job on this poem.

People tell me to take it easy,
But they don't know my depression,
Or maybe I already told them,
During one of my drunk confessions.

I had a hard time picking just one stanza they were all great.
Take Care Cindy

Zach,

I've never read a poem that was so realistic as this. YOu have taken the reader down the path of a true alcoholic. It saddens me, as I have seen this happin before. A loved one who used to be full of life... until that first drink. Unfortunetly, It didn't stop with one and eventually drove him to the ultimate sacrifice...his life. You have done a great job of opening up the eyes of those who can't evn begin to understand the road of a true alcoholic. Great job.

Always,
Jeannie

This poem just reaches in and tugs at my heart. Having a brother who is an alcoholic, I have watched him walk down the same path you've described and your wording is exact.
Heart touching write Zach that truly makes one think .....