“You Hate Authority”

Duh! “You hate authority!” That’s what my last employer said to me. No. I don’t hate anything. But…  I oppose false authority. I oppose abusers with authority they don’t deserve. I oppose narcissists with authority. I oppose nit pickers who use authority to make life hard on people. I oppose lying authority who deceive thoseContinue reading ““You Hate Authority””

Freedom in Poetry

Be free When I was young, poetry was some weird thing that made no sense. Something we were forced to read, and equally forced to explain and embrace. The English teacher telling me to obey the rules and follow the forms or it was wrong. Poetry was rhyme and contrived to create something that suckedContinue reading “Freedom in Poetry”

The Power Of Fasting

It can help you overcome We hear about fasting as part of our spiritual walk. There are many benefits to fasting. But, I am just focusing on a simple one in this article. Fasting helps us with self-control. Let me explain, and give some examples of how it can help us heal or change ourContinue reading “The Power Of Fasting”

My Recovery Gratitude

Restored to the right path I’m thankful to Almighty God for delivering me from some of the worst pits humanity has to offer. Whether of my own making or the inventing of others. My alcoholism led me there. From an early age. I have been pulled into writing, whether I understood it or not. ButContinue reading “My Recovery Gratitude”

My Prayer For Change

A change to come I prayIn weakened faith,for real changes to come.To break through the chains holding me,in life. A prayerfor strengthened faith.Admitting my weakness,and needing God’s power and might.to live. Askingin desperate tears,for things to get better.New life envisioned through vague dreams,of hope. Bio: Chris Bunton is a writer, poet and blogger from Southern Illinois.Continue reading “My Prayer For Change”

Money Destroys The World

The love of money is the root of all evil. When you look at history it should be obvious that the rich and powerful have destroyed people and the creation from the dawn of time. People who believe in the divine right of kings. People who have a desire to control others. People who cannotContinue reading “Money Destroys The World”

Happy Place

Are you trying to escape? I was asleep, and in my happy place. I’m not sure where that is, but it is a place where I finally relax. It is a place where everything is ok. Where there are no problems. I was there, and I was happy; until suddenly I was pounced on. IContinue reading “Happy Place”

There is an Entity

Does it ever feel like you have an enemy? There is an Entity,that fights to keep me back. Everything I seek to do,gets put on hold, with no control. Over and over I try; and again the effort dies. My bills are always on time,but my blessings never arrive. Who makes everything wait?Who calls around behindContinue reading “There is an Entity”

Unofficial Bosses

They think they own you. You know who I mean. I’m talking about those people in our lives that seem to try to rule over us, in some way. They have no real authority over us, but try everything they can to keep us in line, according to their rules.             ItContinue reading “Unofficial Bosses”

Facing the Bar Scene

I haven’t drank alcohol since November 1, 2002. My life was destroyed. I cried out to God and He moved. With God, I’ve rebuilt my life. I am no longer tempted to drink or use.             But, let’s face it. This life is a battle. It’s tough for anyone, but for people whoContinue reading “Facing the Bar Scene”