Twas the Night Before Rehab

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~ 'Twas the Night Before Rehab ~

'Twas the night before rehab and all through my brain
Danced so many creatures like FEAR, HOPE, and PAIN.

To the top of the mountain, a place called, "The Farm,"
My training began -- despite my alarm.

My guard was up as I'd done this before,
And I prayed it would leave when I entered the door.

"Have a treatment experience," J.D. had said.
It was then that I realized I still had some dread.

But my nerves settled down, and my work then began
On the numerous tasks found in my treatment plan.

One of my first tasks was relating my story,
Which then quickly led to a self-inventory.

Anger, resentment, selfishness, and fear
Were a few of my defects that appeared crystal clear.

Manipulation, pride, impatience, and lust,
Intolerance, dishonesty -- CHANGE was a MUST!

I listed my assets to gain a perspective,
And realized once more I was not all defective.

Honesty, openness, the ability to care,
Self-acceptance, commitment, and hope -- not despair!

Patience and tolerance, the willingness to grow,
An attitude of gratitude began now to show.

Confronted with more insight, to now greater depths,
I knew it was the right time to rework The Steps.

Powerless, unmanageable the nature of me
Focused my thoughts back on Step 2 and Step 3.

Inventory, confession, readiness, and prayer
Tackled my short comings and lessened their glare.

Made amends to my family, to whom I'd done harm...
And a daily spot check... it worked like a charm.

Now I prayed for the knowledge of God's will for me,
As I completely surrendered and then was set free.

'Twas the night before discharge and all through my brain
No longer danced feelings like fear, dread, and pain.

I was leaving the mountain, a place called "The Farm,"
And, as I was told, it had done me no harm.

Some changes occurred as the result of my stay.
The first one that stands out is my action of play.

More faith and more trust,, a stronger program to live,
More ability to take... and not just to give.

Courage, humility... gifts from my Higher Power above,
Deeper serenity and a greater self-love.

My time now has come to say my final good-bye.
ONE DAY AT A TIME I no longer live high!

~ Author Unknown ~