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Resolution

Like other years I have already failed my resolution. My resolve to not have a resolution has desolved. I spent an evening with wonderful friends. Being with them inspires me to be a better man! This year I will laugh more It will do nothing to fill my wallet But my heart will be filled On that note, I will work less Hugs Glorious hugs I want lots more of those I want to hug the ones I love I want to hug those that need to be loved Then we will both no what love feels like I will listen Those around me have something to say If I listen hard enough I may hear the voice of God When the time comes to speak I will not stay in the shadows. Sometimes I need to speak up. My voice does not need to be loud. Others joining in will give me strength. At times we all need a nudge to action. My time to act is now. I will allow myself to cry My tears have power to heal my breaking heart If only I allow them to flow Some things are not meant to stay inside. Tears are the gateway to intimacy. I will allow myself to be vulnerable. I will combine my tears with hugs What a powerful combination. I will smile A smile is the key that opens many doors Smiles often bring me back to resolution one I will laugh Please laugh, hug, listen, cry, speak and smile along with me. Would not all of these actions make 2013 the most amazing year. God Bless each and every one of my friends here at the soup.

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Elizabeth Wesley

Date: 1/3/2013 6:28:00 AM

The new year will surely be a blessing to you Richard. The ability to cultivate and appreciate the intangible is a blessing to be treasured. You inspire me! :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/3/2013 6:58:00 AM

What a nice thing to say! Thank you Elizabeth.

Vicky Tsiluma

Date: 1/2/2013 8:50:00 AM

I looove this Richard! I really like the part about your voice not necessarily being loud, it emphasises the goodness of having friends who build us around and who can fight with us our battles. Smiling is a good thing. ps, I had resolved to write happy poems and now I'm having major writer's block, is two days too soon to break my resolution? lol. I hope you have a good year and please continue to write such awesome poetry. Always, Vicky.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/2/2013 3:28:00 PM

ah thanks Vicky, I like the way you write. Your messages from my perspective are enlightning and are therefore positive. Thanks for making my day

Eileen Manassian

Date: 1/2/2013 7:18:00 AM

This was lovely and inspiring. I loved the culmination...a call to truly live! Thanks for sharing! May God bless you in this new year with all that your heart desires according to His will for your life! :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/2/2013 3:28:00 PM

Thanks Eileen.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/2/2013 7:12:00 AM

- Looking forward to many pleasant poems and comments from you in 2013, Richard. - HAPPY NEW YEAR ! - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/2/2013 3:29:00 PM

Thanks, Anne, I appreciate your words of encouragment.

Voahanitriniaina Rabary-Andriamanday

Date: 1/2/2013 2:47:00 AM

The Question Man in action for a very Happy New Year 2013 for all of us! Be sure we'll all stay by you, in this new circle of community life that you are (re)creating: smile - laugh... - smile! Best resolution ever, Rick! I bet you took these words from many other readers' mouth too; God bless you and your family! Lots of hugs and anything else you need for a wonderful life!

Jon A Cavanaugh

Date: 1/1/2013 7:41:00 PM

Yes, wonderful poem. God Bless you Richard. Have a very happy new year with lots of hugs, smiles, and loving friends.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/2/2013 6:27:00 AM

Thank you Jon, good wishes to you as well.

Yanny Widjanarko

Date: 1/1/2013 5:04:00 PM

Wonderful poem Richard! God bless you too my friend :D, by the way there is a Chinese philosophy if there is more laugh in your life it will bring more money in your wallet, happy life brings good economic to you and your family, so be ready for the big cash :D - hug, yanny

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/1/2013 7:16:00 PM

Thanks Yanny, would be okay with that lol! Thanks for making me smile.

Ilene Bauer

Date: 1/1/2013 2:37:00 PM

hope you stick to your resolutions and have a wonderful new year!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/1/2013 7:21:00 PM

I will do my best!

Jack Horne

Date: 1/1/2013 2:13:00 PM

lovely touching write, Richard. Happy New Year to you – sorry I’ve been away from Soup for so long (my wife recently left me for someone else). Congrats on all your wins, my friend : )

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/1/2013 7:21:00 PM

Thanks Jack.

Lucilla Carrillo

Date: 1/1/2013 1:12:00 PM

Richard; I'm glad that you made it to the new Year. This is a wonderful write. We are here for eachother. Sometimes we will laugh and sometimes we will cry, I hope more laugh than cry. Many blessings. Lucilla

Toquyen Harrell

Date: 1/1/2013 11:03:00 AM

I will help you, Richard. Does that make you laugh already? Lol. Just kidding. Good resolution! But I would not call it resolution -it's more like a determination- to be the best that you can be. So there -be all. Love ya, Toquyen

Richard Palmer

Date: 1/1/2013 9:33:00 AM

yes it would Richard with your encouragement and the help you'll be getting from us surely we can make some changes,thank you bro,great write,with a start like this I see great things happening 2013

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/1/2013 9:39:00 AM

Thanks Richard.

Jack Ellison

Date: 1/1/2013 9:25:00 AM

"God Bless each and every one of my friends here at the soup." I second, third, and fourth the motion, my good friend Rick! Cheers from the east!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/1/2013 9:30:00 AM

Thanks Jack.