After both my hospital deliveries,
The doctors gave me codeine
To help bear the pain.
I didn’t take any,
Delighted with my fortitude.
I had once taken codeine
In college, when sick.
I remember the lovely feeling
Of slipping away from the aching body
To deep sleep.
Today, with aching body,
I came across those old pills.
As much as I normally look for health
Via natural means,
I understand the appeal
Of codeine.
This feels like admitting that I like
Dr. Pepper.
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