The Second

I had
no idea
how thankful
I would be
to see
my own blood
in the sink.

Normally,
I'd be concerned
because my teeth
would feel
like they are
rotting.

Tonight,
however,
it's such a blessing.

My own blood
from my own gums
is a blessing.

The mirror even
smiles back
at the sight.

It may be
hard
for most
to fathom,
but this
is all I have,
especially after a second
dui.