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Gifts of Reflection

The Angels have come to take me away The only hug I can give are the words I write today In my shaking hand They've placed a golden pen So I ponder my past my here now and then What words of wisdom do I have to impart? At this final moment I wish to express my whole heart When you find your soul is aching and you're far from okay One gift I can offer is to learn how to pray For nothing is as bad as often it seems Although life has tearful moments you must cling to your dreams Cry when you need to don't keep emotions trapped inside Happiness needs growing space It's blocked by what we hide Let tears cleanse your spirit loss and love makes you whole Don't avoid your sadness it strengthens the soul Nothing is forever so take many chances Each stage in your life is a collection of dances Breathe in every moment give more than you get For when your Angels come you won’t have any regret For Anthony Biaanco’s Gifts Contest

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Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 8/14/2020 3:46:00 AM

I agree w/FJ ... words can't aptly express how your poems kindle kinetic emotions of quantum bliss, Richard. You have such a transcendent spirit, as oft revealed in your illuminating ink. Such a beautiful, prismatic poem, my dear friend. Love and more love always.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/14/2020 6:02:00 AM

Your response is a poem Freddie. Thanks for your visit.

Sunlite Wanter

Date: 7/29/2020 7:44:00 AM

Absolutely lovely and personal. A fav. Most certainly belongs in the top 100 and higher.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/29/2020 7:55:00 AM

Thanks, you are kind.

Frances Byrne

Date: 7/28/2020 8:21:00 AM

Beautiful

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/29/2020 7:55:00 AM

Thanks Frances!

Fj Thomas

Date: 7/26/2020 2:43:00 PM

Sometimes I know saying "your poem is amazing" falls very short of how I really feel, there just aren't words to express sometimes. You, Richard Lamoureux, have a true and deep talent. I am very sorry I was not on in time to join your contest.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/29/2020 7:56:00 AM

Your comment made my day. Hugs Rick.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 7/25/2020 11:00:00 PM

Hi Rchard, Great poem as always, please go to soupmail. Blessings, Jennifer.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/26/2020 7:03:00 AM

Thanks Jennifer. ;0)

Vladislav Raven

Date: 7/23/2020 6:39:00 AM

Hi Richard, another poerful write from your golden pen. What reflections flow down the page. This is a fantastic write my friend, I love the content. I am so glad that I dropped by this piece today, my friend. This one, I just have to fav. Have a wonderful Thursday. Blessings....Mike.

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 7/17/2020 2:10:00 PM

A rather fine piece written so well Richard, hope all is well with you these days, Blessings always,Gordon

Michael Tor

Date: 7/12/2020 8:36:00 AM

Inspiring Richard. Wonderful advice. A favorite for me my friend. Hope you are well, through these times. God bless you...

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/13/2020 8:11:00 AM

Thanks so much Michael.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/11/2020 2:47:00 PM

This is such a thoughtful poem, Richard. I hope to see you writing more again. I can understand your telling Silent One that you are focusing on other things now.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/11/2020 11:42:00 PM

Thanks for the visit Andrea. Hugs Rick.

Silent One

Date: 7/11/2020 7:54:00 AM

Richard, have you lost your pen?

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/11/2020 12:54:00 PM

Concentrating on other things at the moment.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 7/9/2020 11:06:00 AM

Hi Richard - hope you are well, thought I would enter another comment and mention that this write is fantastic. Blessings, Jennifer.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/10/2020 9:08:00 AM

Thanks Jennifer.

John Hamilton

Date: 7/6/2020 3:41:00 PM

What a beautiful rhyme Rick, a lot of truth and wisdom in this write!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/10/2020 9:09:00 AM

Thanks a John.

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 7/5/2020 3:12:00 PM

I do so love this and it's definitely a fave. Thank you for your words and shared gift :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/10/2020 9:11:00 AM

Thanks Regina.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 7/1/2020 6:07:00 AM

Where are you?

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/10/2020 9:12:00 AM

Thanks for your visit. Hugs a Rick.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 6/26/2020 7:12:00 PM

There is so much truth within. "learn how to pray" I completely agree my dear friend. The end holds me so close. "When your Angels come, you won’t have any regret" Your thoughts caress gently around my heart. I wish to place this in my favorites. Hugs, Brandy

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/26/2020 8:37:00 PM

Awww thanks Brandy, hugs Rick.

Funom Makama

Date: 6/25/2020 4:02:00 PM

Amazing write, so amazing. I wish you the best of luck in the contest. Great pen here.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/26/2020 8:58:00 AM

Thanks Funom. ;0)

Gershon Wolf

Date: 6/23/2020 8:58:00 PM

I sneaked a peak to see which contest this was for, b/c if it wasn't for a contest, I was going to immediately create one! Bravo, Richard. Your usual impeccably high standard has been upheld once again. Thanks, Gershon

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/26/2020 8:59:00 AM

You are kind. ;0)

Silent One

Date: 6/23/2020 5:00:00 PM

Each stage of your life is a collection of dances...A philosophical poem, full of ponderings and wisdom ..

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/26/2020 10:08:00 AM

Thanks Silent.:0)

Rashi Soni

Date: 6/23/2020 9:30:00 AM

No words. Best of luck in the contest. Rashi :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/23/2020 9:33:00 AM

Thanks Rashi.

Richard Palmer

Date: 6/23/2020 9:19:00 AM

I love the rhymes,great write bro,gonna be a banger in the contest,i'm back, just checking up on you old friends see you,ll keep the SOUP boiling

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/23/2020 9:26:00 AM

Thanks and welcome back Richard. ;0)

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 6/22/2020 2:06:00 PM

Love, love, love this write especially the last verses - wow Rick 'Let tears cleanse your spirit, loss and love makes you whole, Don't avoid your sadness, it strengthens the soul - your poems are a cornerstone on poetry soup! AWESOME! Hugs and Blessings, Jennifer.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/23/2020 9:27:00 AM

Thanks for the visit hug and blessing Jennifer.;0)

Joanna Daniel

Date: 6/22/2020 6:11:00 AM

Such inspiring words you have here, Richard, very well penned:)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/22/2020 7:52:00 AM

Thanks Jo. ;0)

Christopher Flaherty

Date: 6/21/2020 9:55:00 PM

Like it Richard Life is fleeting 1 Life Live It Well Don't waste it Don't regret it Earn death's respect

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/22/2020 7:53:00 AM

I like that Chris. ;0)

Arturo Michael

Date: 6/21/2020 9:23:00 AM

Words of wisdom...enjoyed the read...an inspirational indeed

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/22/2020 8:02:00 AM

Thanks Arturo.

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders

Date: 6/20/2020 11:03:00 PM

Beautiful words of wisdom! Your poem reminds me of the song "I Hope You Dance", a wonderful reminder to live life to the fullest, and I love the third stanza about crying. It's so important to teach our kids that they shouldn't be ashamed to cry, especially our boys who are often taught they should be tough. Thanks for sharing. Blessings, Rhonda xx

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/21/2020 7:50:00 AM

What a thoughtful response. Thanks Rhonda, hugs Rick.