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In spring he complained It was always way to wet The sound of chirping birds Would make him get upset He thought summer is drier But when summer came it was hot It was a far far worse season At least that's what he thought Perhaps he'd prefer the autumn Cooler air and shorter days Still the problem with autumn Is that autumn rarely stays Soon winter was upon him He could feel it within his bones Buried deep beneath the ground They covered his grave with stones For him the seasons were a problem He wasted away all his days What was gifted was extraordinary Yet it never met with any praise! Written April 7th 2016 For Shadow's Seasons Contest.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2016




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Date: 4/16/2016 11:50:00 AM
Hmmmm! Good metaphor of season on Earth with seasons of life and what the lean to the negative gets us instead of the attitude, "I can't wait to see what happens next"! I am pleased you won a placement for this I enjoyed it!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/23/2016 1:27:00 PM
A belated thanks Edlynn.
Date: 4/13/2016 12:51:00 PM
Congrats, my dear. This is an engaging write. Loved you're sense of humor. Hugs
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/13/2016 12:59:00 PM
That brings me joy. I thought I'd read them all. Forgive me. Hugs
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/13/2016 12:55:00 PM
Thanks Eileen, I always feel something is not finished until you comment. Hugs Rick.
Date: 4/12/2016 8:35:00 AM
Hi Richard. Congrats for your WIN with this wonderful piece!!! ;-)
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/13/2016 12:55:00 PM
Hi Teddy, thanks for visiting.
Date: 4/10/2016 11:09:00 PM
Richard, Congrats in "Shadow Hamilton's Season, Contest." ~LINDA~
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/11/2016 7:37:00 AM
Thanks Linda.
Date: 4/10/2016 8:19:00 PM
We always look for more when what we have is really good. A lovely way to tell your message. Love Mom
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/11/2016 7:38:00 AM
Thanks mom, I love you too.
Date: 4/10/2016 11:04:00 AM
Congratulations for the placement. A delight read poem........A.M.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/11/2016 7:38:00 AM
Thanks A.M.
Date: 4/10/2016 3:32:00 AM
Richard, lol...I am that he... lol.. I want it all, and when it arrives .... I complain. Too hot, too cold, too much leaves, wettttt... I am a hermit.... lol... I enjoyed, it was fun for me, cuz I can be that he... Wasting and forgetting what life is.... hugs. Linda
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/10/2016 9:22:00 AM
Hugs back to you Linda.
Date: 4/9/2016 11:45:00 PM
LOL sounds like a typical Canadian!! :) Loved this!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/10/2016 9:23:00 AM
We are somewhat weather obsessed.
Date: 4/9/2016 9:37:00 PM
I see this won. Will have to see the winner list to see what placement you got. It deserved a very high one. Congrats to you. OH, I just looked down and saw you got third. AWESOME
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/10/2016 9:23:00 AM
Thanks Andrea, I still haven't had time to check out the winners list.
Date: 4/9/2016 9:18:00 PM
Congratulations on your unique take on the contest and win. Love, Joyce
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/10/2016 9:24:00 AM
Thanks Joyce.
Date: 4/9/2016 4:53:00 PM
There are people just like this that live and die unsatisfied with life. A great winning entry Richard. Congratulations on your top placement! ; )
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 6:40:00 PM
Thanks Connie.
Date: 4/9/2016 4:43:00 PM
Hi Richard, Congrats on your win with this excellent cautionary tale--a reminder to whine less and appreciate more! Very worthwhile sentiments, powerfully conveyed. Cheers, Brian
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 6:40:00 PM
Thanks Brian.
Date: 4/9/2016 4:27:00 PM
novel approach Rick beautifully penned congrats on 3rd place hugs
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 6:38:00 PM
Hugs back and a big thanks Shadow.
Date: 4/9/2016 3:59:00 PM
There is always someone to complain about anything and everything ha! Great way to discibe the seasons. Congratulations on your win! Hugs
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 6:38:00 PM
Thanks Eve and thanks for the placement in your contest.
Date: 4/9/2016 3:05:00 PM
love your unique approach to this theme congrats on your win Richard:-) hugs jan xx
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 6:39:00 PM
Thanks and hugs back to you.
Date: 4/9/2016 2:45:00 PM
I'm glad I dropped by to read this.....thanks for sharing........A.M.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 6:39:00 PM
Thanks A.M.
Date: 4/9/2016 2:21:00 PM
Very nice form. Good work, this poem flows really well.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 6:39:00 PM
Thanks Samantha.
Date: 4/9/2016 12:23:00 PM
Richard, I really enjoyed your take on the 'seasons' theme! Well done, and congratulations on your nice placement. Sandra
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 6:41:00 PM
Thanks Sandra.
Date: 4/9/2016 12:32:00 AM
We always want something different over what's currently happening ... internally dissatisfied, and the masters of criticism. Manmath is right, in that this is a very different take, as you went down a much more somber, thought-provoking road. Always a reason in mind with your pen. Great read.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 8:13:00 AM
Humans possess what is called a negativity bias. We can have a perfectly good day and if something bad happens, that bad thing s the only thing we remember. To overcome this we have to give intential thought to the good things in our lives. Thanks for the thoughtful response Timothy.
Date: 4/8/2016 9:41:00 PM
Dear Richard, It is completely different type of poem on seasons. very nice presentation....with love
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 9:02:00 AM
Thanks Manmath.
Date: 4/8/2016 1:30:00 AM
Sounds like me,It's to cold can't wait for spring,we don't have but summer and winter here so spring and fall are great for the whole three days of it..Good luck and great write Justin
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 6:41:00 PM
Thanks Justin.:0)
Date: 4/7/2016 10:40:00 PM
Loved the offbeat angle of this poem, Richard! Good job and good luck in the contest:)
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 6:42:00 PM
Thanks Laura.
Date: 4/7/2016 8:55:00 PM
wow, a deep message running through it, I really love a poem like this one!!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 6:42:00 PM
Thanks Andrea.
Date: 4/7/2016 12:43:00 PM
i like the unique take on the theme, rich.. this is amazing!..huggs
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 6:42:00 PM
Thanks Nette.
Date: 4/7/2016 11:19:00 AM
Negativity can be the downfall of many Richard. I positively believe that is true.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/9/2016 6:43:00 PM
So true Tim.
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