A Week Among the Rest by Thomas Kirk
“Have you taken anything or had a drink in the last twenty four hours?” Tim, the intake nurse asked. “We’re going to take a sample, so no need to lie.” I lied a...
Author: Author Thomas Kirk
Thomas Kirk is the proud owner of four clean and sober years. Though raising two small children doesn't allow much time for self-reflection, when the day quiets and the dishes are done, he at times looks back on his intoxicated years with an odd mix of defiance and shame. For all the missteps, for all the relapses, for all the pain he caused, he'd re-walk the same path in a heartbeat if that was the only way to get back home.