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The World Before Grey

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She is has always been a safe place for joy It radiates from her pale skin Her frame is small and slight The shadow walkers fail to see her magnificence “She’s such a daydreamer” “When will she ever grow up” Little magical things recognize their own Butterflies flit about and softly land on her They feel no threat She has an essential calm Together they vibrate in harmony Wordless whispers Wings of wonder Joyful oscillations She leans into her happy Unabashedly open Floating on imperceptible notes A delicate destiny An eternity of possibilities Her direct path to joy It’s so sad the shadow walkers cannot see They cannot dream They cannot feel her joy They are bogged down in the muck of responsibility Yes, they grew up far too quickly To them the world is grey.

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Judy Ball

Date: 12/30/2023 10:24:00 AM

But you luckily see the beauty in her. Well Done my friend. Love this. God Bless and Happy New Year. JB

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/30/2023 11:01:00 AM

Thanks Judy, happy new year to you as well. ;0)

Brenda Chiri

Date: 12/23/2023 1:43:00 PM

Oh how I do enjoy your writing!:)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/23/2023 2:13:00 PM

What a nice thing to say. Merry Christmas to you and those you care about.

Sotto Poet

Date: 12/23/2023 11:45:00 AM

Richard, you write in such a compelling and well-crafted way. The contrast between the precarious situation and the natural charm is brilliantly and dramatically brought to light via shadow walking.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/23/2023 2:13:00 PM

Much appreciated. Merry Christmas Sotto. :0)

Charles Messina

Date: 12/23/2023 3:10:00 AM

Rick, I too had always got in trouble for daydreaming... at least I wasn't a shadow walker (lol). Merry Christmas to you and your family! Charlie

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/23/2023 6:52:00 AM

Every report card in grade school I got “Ricky is always day dreaming in class.” Some old habits you can’t break. Merry Christmas Charlie.

Valsa George

Date: 12/22/2023 10:58:00 PM

She stands as a paragon of ebullience, radiating joy and peace around. She is so calm that even butterflies feel safe to alight on her. But the 'shadow walkers' cannot see her grace. Their eyes are blinded. Beautifully pictured, dear Richard !

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/23/2023 6:53:00 AM

Thanks Valsa. Blessings Richard.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 12/22/2023 5:11:00 PM

a well constructed and beautiful write, Richard. Shadow walkers was a brilliant concept and a vivid contrast to her delicate destiny and beauty. I loved the alliteration in these words: Wordless whispers Wings of wonder. Nicely done & such a wonderful read on this dreary evening, have a great weekend, Sara

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/22/2023 5:16:00 PM

Thanks Sara, I hope you and l Bill have a great Christmas.

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 12/22/2023 12:52:00 PM

Thank you for this poem. The contrasting scenes made a very interesting story.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/22/2023 3:11:00 PM

Much appreciated.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 12/22/2023 7:15:00 AM

What a lovely write. I really enjoyed reading this one. Merry Christmas...................

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/22/2023 3:11:00 PM

Thanks and Merry Christmas to you too.

Ink Empress

Date: 12/22/2023 6:57:00 AM

Beautiful and as always you do storytelling so very well, from the very first line i was intrigued to read more until the end, which has a very soul stirring flow to your lines so well articulated. I especially felt “ She’s such a daydreamer” “When will she ever grow up” how the world can sometimes be so judgmental is evident in those lines.brilliant ending too, pleasure reading your work

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/22/2023 3:13:00 PM

Thanks so much. I was always getting in trouble for daydreaming. I appreciate your thoughtful response.

Hiya Sharma

Date: 12/22/2023 6:52:00 AM

This is such a whimsical poem with beautiful descriptions and imageries that swirl in the essence of a resplendent aura. When the world before grey, was elegant with compassion and joy.. But that ending part presents a contrast where those shadow walkers live in the seconds of gloominess and cease to appreciate the colours of life. Such a wonderfully knitted write..

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/22/2023 3:14:00 PM

Thanks Hiya, I’m pleased my words resonate with you.