My Aunt's perspective of addiction

I just can't find a way to say the things that need to be said or the things that haven't yet been said to express what's in my heart.

I've struggled with my feelings and suppressed them.
I didn't want to confront what you've been trying to hide for so long.

I've been lost in the darkness for so long that I haven't noticed any light.
preserving the memory of an occasion when everything was in order.

I've looked at your face and noticed the misery in your eyes as well as the fact that you can no longer hide your struggle with addiction.

I've prayed to receive guidance on what I should do personally.
And I've prayed for the fortitude to endure the misery I experience.

I've clung on for so long, but I can't bear to see you suffer.
Lord knows how hard I've tried, but I cannot fight this battle for you.

Simply said, it's painful to watch the people you cherish deteriorate.
That's why I choose to ignore it and cling to yesterday.

I cannot save your soul, nor do I have all the solutions.
You're hurt, lost, and alone, and I'm powerless to make you whole.

No matter what I do, you are on your own in this battle because I cannot save you.
You are the only person who can.