The Key To Serenity

The Key to Serenity

As the mother of a drug-addicted son,

I had allowed my life to be controlled by one!

My thoughts so focused on making things right,

I spiraled into darkness... oh, where was the light?

I summoned the courage to crawl through the door

Of a Twelve-Step meeting, wanting despair no more.

What I was seeking I didn't really know

'Til I felt the peace, the love, the "glow"

Of those in the room who were soon to be

An extended family so dear to me.

They had "something" I knew I wanted, too --

They had smiles on their faces; they were not blue!

Slowly, so slowly, I grasped what they had...

Peace and serenity -- they were no longer sad.

Oh, I wanted some also -- please give me the key

To a life with some happiness and serenity!

I listened, I reasoned, and it gradually became clear

That I could have a life not governed by fear!

And it seemed almost too simple to be true

That there is but one thing I need to do!

I need to ACCEPT what Life deals me day by day

There are twists and turns over which I have no say.

That short power-packed Serenity Prayer!

The key to peace it truly does bear!

There are things I can change and things I cannot.

ACCEPTANCE, CHANGE, and WISDOM... words for thought.

I have also learned I must bear in mind

That pain and turmoil I'll continue to find.

Regardless of circumstances, it's my attitude

That can provide me with serenity and gratitude.

Yes, I -- like others -- have found the key

That unlocks the door to serenity.

It's a change of attitude and acceptance of Life

That frees me from my former strife.

It's not always so easy, I must admit,

But well worth the effort -- every little bit!

One day at a time, I can handle what might come;

To anguish and despair I need not succumb.

You, too, like others can grasp that key

And live a life of happiness and serenity!

~ alaura ~

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