Dear old friend I have to ask
Why you keep picking up that flask
I'm sorry that it's all you've known
But can't you see what you have at home?
Beautiful children who've seen too much
They need the love of a mothers touch
I know it's not my place to say
But it doesn't have to be this way
I know the sadness you think it rids
But you just give it to your kids
They notice what you think they don't
They know you can but that you won't
Proving them wrong will change your life
Don't let a substance cause this strife
You don't need it now it'll stunt your growth
This time don't let it be a broken oath