The Group
Like me you will be frightened as you walk on
the floor;
Your stomach will tighten as they close the
door.
They will show you your room; it will seem
like a cell;
As you say goodbye to your family you will
want to yell.
You won’t understand it now but you’re not
alone;
In time you’ll feel better, than you can go
home.
The doctor and nurses they really do care;
This is the first sign that life can be fair.
The first night is the longest, it will seem
to never end;
Sleep will eventually come, a thankful friend.
You are not alone, there will be others;
No matter their problems, you are still all
brothers.
Feel free to sit, feel free to walk;
Feel free to be quiet, feel free to talk.
In time your emotions will not feel so numb;
You will look forward to the morning to come.
There is no button to push that relieves the
pain;
You have nothing to lose, everything to gain.
You won’t be perfect, no one can be;
Today I’m looking forward to just being me.
Michael
D. Monfrooe
July
1991