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Like a Child

When I said what I said I felt justified I thought surely that God would be on my side Quoting from scripture I relied on the word A book filled with love that my heart somehow blurred I picked up his gift, turned it into a stick Not following God's lead I made my own pick Instead I chose to read with encumbered mind My eyes were wide open, still my soul was blind Yet within his word my mind would be set free I learned those other people were just like me None of us perfect we all have our flaws We all need acceptance we're not just some cause Loving each person one moment at a time When I am not judging, I witness them shine Each person is perfect in their special way Accepting like a child I learn how to play

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Mandy Tams The Golden Girl

Date: 3/28/2014 2:01:00 PM

smashing write Richard xx

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/30/2014 6:14:00 PM

Thanks Mandy.

Carol Eastman

Date: 3/28/2014 9:00:00 AM

Ahhh... Loved the message!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/28/2014 9:30:00 AM

Thanks Carol

Lucilla Carrillo

Date: 3/24/2014 3:32:00 AM

This is just great. I just loved it. Some people never learn. They spend their lives judging others, when we don't have that right. Thanks for sharing... Lucilla

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/24/2014 8:48:00 AM

Thanks again Lucilla

Len Gasun

Date: 3/24/2014 12:25:00 AM

A golden poem this is my dear friend Richard. Loving it so much. I'm so glad i passed by here and read one of your precious gems. I'll be back soon. TYSM and more blessings! love lots and biggest hugs, Leonora

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/24/2014 8:50:00 AM

Thanks so much Leonora. Hugs to you as well.

Scott Thirtyseven

Date: 3/23/2014 4:18:00 PM

What a fantastic ending, to a great poem. If only we could have a child's acceptance.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/24/2014 8:52:00 AM

That is so true. Thanks Scott.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/23/2014 11:11:00 AM

great message in this poem. Too much judging in the world and not enough understanding and tolerance. Well done.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/23/2014 12:39:00 PM

Thanks Andrea.

Joyce Johnson

Date: 3/23/2014 10:16:00 AM

So many of us take part of God's message and treat it as the whole. We just need to keep learning. This poem shows the way. Great message. Thank you for your kind comments on my poem. Love, Joyce

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/23/2014 10:17:00 AM

My pleasure Joyce.

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 3/23/2014 6:50:00 AM

acceptance without judgement Rick that is what is needed great pen hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/23/2014 8:04:00 AM

Thanks, it seems this is one of the more difficult tasks for us humans.

Donna Jones

Date: 3/22/2014 10:12:00 PM

Love it Richard..personally I think judging is one of the worst..great message....thanks...

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/23/2014 12:40:00 AM

Thanks Donna, I'm pleased we agree.

Monterey Sirak

Date: 3/22/2014 7:47:00 AM

A beautiful compelling way to tell everyone to simply love each other.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/22/2014 8:10:00 AM

Good morning Monterey, hugs Rick.

Yanny Widjanarko

Date: 3/21/2014 9:53:00 PM

Good evening Rick :D wishing you a great day as a great piece that you offered through your beautiful Poe here :) hug, Yanny

Yanny Widjanarko
Date: 3/22/2014 8:16:00 PM

Yeap enjoying my new experience as a mom :p hehehe

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/22/2014 8:15:00 AM

Hello Sunshine, how are you enjoying motherhood?

Toquyen Harrell

Date: 3/21/2014 9:25:00 PM

I like it, Rick. When we accept ourselves we can accept others - flaws and all. We often judge others with the measure we judge ourselves. I enjoyed this :) Have a great weekend!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/22/2014 8:22:00 AM

Jesus did command us to Love our Neighbors as ourself. I hope you have a great weekend as well.

Teresa Godwin

Date: 3/21/2014 8:21:00 PM

"Loving each person one moment at a time" oh i love this. That is how it has to be. How often I forget. Sweet and humble position. What a gift. BLessings, ~Teresa

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/21/2014 8:40:00 PM

Thanks Teresa, what a thoughtful response.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/21/2014 1:59:00 PM

- Love especially how you end it with your line: "Accepting as a child I learn how to play" - The entire life .... no matter how old .... we learn!! - Skillfully written - a pleasure to read. - I wish you a enjoyable weekend, Richard. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/21/2014 2:58:00 PM

Thanks Anne Lise as always your thoughts are appreciated.

Tim Smith

Date: 3/21/2014 1:58:00 PM

I like the line "Each person is perfect in their special way"...so true Richard

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/21/2014 8:41:00 PM

It is very true based on my experience over the years. You sir are a fine example. Thanks for the kind response.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 3/21/2014 1:43:00 PM

:-) One of my fav quotes: Don't judge me because I sin differently than you do. Powerful write. Yes...using scripture as a reprooving stick hurts.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/21/2014 2:59:00 PM

I like it! Interesting way to think of it. Hugs Rick,

Kim Merryman

Date: 3/21/2014 12:48:00 PM

Love this, Richard! The third stanza really speaks to me. Great write! Love, Kim

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/21/2014 3:00:00 PM

Thanks Kim.;0)

Aiyah Torres

Date: 3/21/2014 10:42:00 AM

so inspiring, Rick!!! ...well done.. :)) ( nice new avatar..looks so young!! ^_6) ..hugs...^__^

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/21/2014 3:01:00 PM

Thanks, I feel young. This was while I was on vacation so Probably I am more relaxed *lol*

Jan Allison

Date: 3/21/2014 9:41:00 AM

Beautifully written uplifting poem Richard. I especially loved the final verse. Jan xxxxx

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/21/2014 9:43:00 AM

Thanks Jan, I appreciate you being the first to comment. Hugs Rick.