Want

What men want Pretty, dangerous things Things that smell sweet Things that bite Things that quicken their hearts They think that’s what they want Until they don’t Until they lose what they have Until they realize Realize that appetites are dangerous Appetites devour Appetites destroy What men want Is to go home again to be with a woman who loves them A woman who respects them A woman who adores them But she no longer exists She has seen his treachery She sees what he lacks She now despises him What women want He no longer possesses Men search for heaven While making their way to hell Her fury aids him on his way. Submitted to John Hamilton’s Free Verse contest.

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Brian Sambourne

Date: 6/23/2021 9:45:00 AM

Another winner! Your exploration of the complicated ties of personal relationships is quite moving + thought provoking. Best wishes, Brian

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/24/2021 6:48:00 AM

Thanks Brian. ;0)

Panagiota Romios

Date: 5/11/2021 2:28:00 PM

You are on the top 100 poets with this one Congratulations...me, too! Celebrate Pangie xxx

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/24/2021 6:48:00 AM

Sorry for late reply, I was not active in May. Hugs Rick.

Panagiota Romios

Date: 5/10/2021 5:39:00 PM

Belated Kudos Richard.. Men and women have to be real. Find one like that? You both create heaven on earth. Pangie xx In my experience, have met outstanding men. Who don't make relationships the primary source of their lives. That's boring. They live for bigger purposes. And are masters and mentors. Leaders in life.~~~~ Pangie xx

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/24/2021 6:51:00 AM

A most interesting response. I am for a balance of passions between career recreation and our love relationships. Success is hollow without the last part of the equation.

Ken Rone

Date: 5/7/2021 8:09:00 AM

Richard: --"But she no longer exists." Alas. -Ken

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 5/8/2021 3:16:00 AM

Thanks for dropping by Ken.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 5/5/2021 8:32:00 PM

Wow Richard! This poem digs deep into the psyche! Excellent work. A fave from me! Please forgive this being so belated. Congratulations my friend. Blessings Connie xxoo

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 5/7/2021 7:50:00 AM

Nothing to be forgiven for. I appreciate the visit.

John Fleming

Date: 5/1/2021 7:16:00 AM

Don't get much time these days for poetry and the great "Soup"...but while I am here thought I would pop round and see what you are up to, Richard. And what's this I see? POTD -- congratulations! As always with your writing, reinforced with that strong moral-fibre and goodly virtue: words of wisdom indeed! My very best regards, Richard -- cheers! :) john

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 5/4/2021 12:23:00 PM

You are kind John. How have you been?

Line Gauthier

Date: 4/30/2021 12:52:00 PM

Words of wisdom. Congrats on your POTD, Richard ~

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/30/2021 3:22:00 PM

Thanks Line. ;0)

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 4/30/2021 6:44:00 AM

This poem is a gem it is good that men read this and absorb it, not that women don't make the same mistakes. An acquaintance of ours made the stupid mistake of having an affair with the same man twice, her husband packed her suitcases and asked her to leave their home.Congratulations Richard on this brilliant poem and POTD and top win with John. Hugs and blessings Jennifer.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/30/2021 3:24:00 PM

That is most unfortunate. Thanks for the hugs and blessings. Same to you.

Joanna Daniel

Date: 4/30/2021 6:24:00 AM

What you say here happens too often unfortunately... you describe it well, Richard:) double Congratulations on your win in John's contest and being selected as POTD:)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/30/2021 3:23:00 PM

Thanks Jo. ;0)

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 4/29/2021 7:23:00 PM

Congratulations on POTD! Some men never find a good women. My dad is now mourning “the love of his life.”

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/30/2021 3:23:00 PM

I’m thankful that I did.

Iris E. S-Lewis

Date: 4/28/2021 6:11:00 PM

Have mercy! Your way of saying things, brilliant!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/28/2021 10:22:00 PM

Thanks Iris, your response brings a smile to my lips.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/27/2021 2:44:00 PM

I just knew this one was special. I see it even got POTD in addtion to a great win with John . Big congrats.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/27/2021 7:01:00 PM

Thanks Andrea, you are kind. Hugs Rick.

Judy Ball

Date: 4/27/2021 2:01:00 PM

This is a really good message for both men and women Richard. It doesn't really matter which one messes up it destroys everything for both of them. Well Done. A fave for me. God Bless, JB

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/27/2021 7:01:00 PM

Thanks Judy. Blessings to you as well.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 4/27/2021 9:33:00 AM

Back with Congratulations on this win. Your pen was writing overtime on this creative write. Have a blessed day writing away...................

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/27/2021 10:06:00 AM

Thanks Paula. ;0)

Sam Kauffman

Date: 4/26/2021 10:02:00 PM

Richard, congratulations on your insightful POTD. Blessings.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/26/2021 11:00:00 PM

Thanks Sam, blessings to you as well.

Harry Horsman

Date: 4/26/2021 9:48:00 PM

Is life a game? i sometimes wonder, Earth a giant chess board, where democracy has many moves, too many. As usual your poetry delves into such truths, where you bring forth to the surface the way it is, in what is your unique way Richard, congrats on POTD.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/26/2021 11:01:00 PM

Your comments are always so encouraging. Thanks Harry.

John Hamilton

Date: 4/26/2021 6:41:00 PM

Few do free verse like you Rick congrats on a top win, look at who you're keeping company with on the winners list, excellent I would say!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/26/2021 7:35:00 PM

You are kind John, much appreciated.

David Mchattie

Date: 4/26/2021 6:02:00 PM

Congrats on POTD my friend. But I've met too many fine men in my long life to cast such a wide dispersion on them. But those bad apples exist. Have a great day.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/26/2021 7:39:00 PM

Me too David. Both sexes have their weaknesses. The numbers of people who are unfaithful is however much higher than what most people think. I think social media makes people dissatisfied with their relationships and creates false expectations.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 4/26/2021 5:35:00 PM

Remarkably insightful --- fine choice for POTD. :) gw

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/26/2021 7:40:00 PM

Thanks Gershon. Much appreciated.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 4/26/2021 5:34:00 PM

Remarkably insightful --- fine choice for POTD. :) gw

Joseph May

Date: 4/26/2021 5:00:00 PM

Very nicely penned, Congrats on POTD

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/26/2021 7:40:00 PM

Thanks Joseph. ;0)

Brandy Nicole

Date: 4/26/2021 4:53:00 PM

"What does a man want, a woman who respects him" I completely agree. However, it works both ways. *Respect* is a two way street. This is powerful and bold, filled with so much truth. Congratulations Richard, on Poem of the Day. Hugs, Brandy

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/26/2021 7:42:00 PM

Yes that is true Brandy. Well said. Hugs Rick.

Tania Kitchin

Date: 4/26/2021 4:43:00 PM

Well done, love your witty poems, congratulations Rick on POTD!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/26/2021 7:45:00 PM

Thanks Tania. Hugs Rick.

Paghunda Zahid

Date: 4/26/2021 3:49:00 PM

Superb! Congratulations on your well deserved POTD.... And thank you very much for stopping by my page, and reading my first poem on PS. I appreciate that. Keep writing! Stay safe

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/26/2021 7:42:00 PM

My pleasure. Blessings Rick.

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 4/26/2021 3:11:00 PM

Hello Richard, there are many good woman out there that would love their man. A woman that would respect them. A woman that would adore them. I hope all ois well with you. Enjoy your evening my friend.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 4/27/2021 11:05:00 AM

Hello Richard, you are very lucky to have found the right woman for you. 28 years of happines is gerat! i hope you have many more. Hugs Darlene

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/26/2021 7:44:00 PM

Yes all is well. I am thankful for a woman to adore. I feel extremely blessed. 28 years and it feels like we met yesterday. Hugs Rick.