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Taken

It's one thing to lose something, another to have it taken Ripped from your hands, someone stronger exerting their control The feeling of helplessness, the bully at school taking your lunch That girl you loved that has taken your heart What of the loved ones, those taken before you said goodbye The days and moments that have been taken by time What of the things I have taken? I have taken you for granted, caught up in my little world Not aware of the moments I have taken, the laughter we could have had The smiles I have taken from you I have taken liberties with your love, for this I am truly sorry I have taken chances and been rewarded for my choices I have been taken away by ecstasy, feelings beyond my imagination I have had moments that have taken my breath away my life has taken many paths It has not been the easiest journey Much has been given, more will be taken I hope I have taken a higher road I accept all things are temporary When this life is taken, what will I have given in return? Entry for Taken Contest. Was not expecting that one little word Embodied so much emotion. Good contest idea!

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Vicky Tsiluma

Date: 1/29/2013 2:59:00 AM

Nice development of the theme Richard! When we think of all the aspects in our lives when things are taken not given freely - then the true meaning of this seemingly simple word sets in. You've done a good job in highlighting it. Nice!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/29/2013 7:39:00 AM

Thanks Vicky, I appreciate your thoughtful comments.

Harry Horsman

Date: 1/16/2013 6:58:00 AM

you certainly get the sentimental juices flowing here, Richard ,,,,amazing poetry amazing creation....

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/16/2013 7:44:00 AM

Thanks Harry.

Daver Austin

Date: 1/15/2013 8:57:00 AM

A fine homily, Richard. Luck in the contest. daver

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/15/2013 9:18:00 AM

Thanks Daver

Yanny Widjanarko

Date: 1/15/2013 7:35:00 AM

Your words taken me from my reality :p what a great and emotional penned Rick, beautiful poem for my night reading :) - hug, yanny

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/15/2013 8:37:00 AM

Goodnight Yanny.sweet dreams.

Vesna Kovrlija

Date: 1/15/2013 3:43:00 AM

Thoughtful and beautiful!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/15/2013 8:38:00 AM

Thanks Vesna

Ilene Bauer

Date: 1/14/2013 2:49:00 PM

nice one! i like the examples you've chosen. it sounds perfect for the contest...

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/14/2013 4:13:00 PM

Thanks Ilene.

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl

Date: 1/14/2013 1:19:00 PM

Wow i think this is for the taken contest. Love this one Richard and all the best if for the contest xx

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/14/2013 1:35:00 PM

Thanks Mandy, you are right, it is for the contest.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 1/14/2013 12:45:00 PM

I really really enjoyed going through each line of this poem while thinking how the words rings true in my own life! Awesome write, Richard! VERY WELL DONE! :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/14/2013 1:17:00 PM

Thanks Eileen, I am pleased you connected with my words.

Jack Horne

Date: 1/14/2013 10:22:00 AM

love this thoughtful and thought provoking write, my friend

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/14/2013 10:43:00 AM

Thanks Jack.