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Witch's Treedom

"Light the fires, we hunt a witch tonight, under the light of a pale blue moon We're the masters of all that is right Join with the righteous as we sing our tune" The woman a healer, with ancient spells Living in the forest, amongst the trees With herbs and crystals the future she tells She is so disturbed, by all that she sees Why are so many, now coming for her It's not her intention to do them harm Within her mind the images all blur All of the forest is under her charm "There in the distance we can see her house. Wrapped amongst the branches of all those trees. We will approach as quiet as a mouse, then like lions we will do what we please!" She steps out the door to address them all. "Do not approach if you know what is best!" The leader laughs as he makes his own call. "We are here to put a stake through your chest." With a wave of her hand, the trees all dance. Gnarled roots start grabbing up from the ground. All those evil men didn't have a chance. The forest filled with a horrible sound! Within the wood you can see their hands. As well as faces contorted and dark. They chose not to listen to her commands. Eternally entombed within the tree bark. Disclaimer: No witches, mortals or tree's were harmed during the writing of this poem. In no way does this poem demonstrate a belief in the occult but is merely for entertainment purposes. It does however show that not all who believe they are righteous Are truly righteous. Many things in history have been done in the name of God by truly depraved and ungodly people. They convinced many people to follow in their paths.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2014




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Date: 10/14/2015 9:21:00 PM
I KNEW IT,...I did read it before...So I am not going crazy...well..maybe a little bit...I am really impressed at myself for remembering it too since it has been over a year since I stopped by... Well...you are still as awesome as you were when i read you before ...big crazy smiles :)
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Date: 8/29/2014 7:48:00 PM
Richard . . . I really enjoyed your poem. The final line about being "eternally entombed within tree bark" is scary, moving, and compelling. Great job -- and my best congratulations on your win. Cheers, Gary
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Date: 8/28/2014 1:05:00 PM
Hi Richard, excellent write that so artfully brought the witch to life through imagery and story telling. Congratulations, my friend! Pandita
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/29/2014 7:56:00 AM
Much appreciated!
Date: 8/28/2014 10:47:00 AM
Nice win. SKAT
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/29/2014 7:58:00 AM
Thanks SKAT.
Date: 8/28/2014 9:34:00 AM
I loved the poem, and especially the postscript! You are very wise, and I agree with everything in your poems notes, so many things done in history, and even today, are done with righteous, or evil intent. congrats on your win, Richard!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/29/2014 8:00:00 AM
People fear those they don't understand. Thanks for commenting Carrie.
Date: 8/28/2014 9:06:00 AM
U truly amaze wid this fabulous write Richard! Congrats on a merited win! Loved that footnote much, so wise to hv written that mandatory disclaimer!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/29/2014 8:02:00 AM
Thanks Dr. Upma. ;0)
Date: 8/28/2014 1:30:00 AM
Dropping back with my congratulations Richard:-) hugs Jan xx
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/29/2014 8:03:00 AM
Much appreciated.
Date: 8/17/2014 1:05:00 AM
It is so sad when innocent people are misunderstood, then accused and punished for a crime that was never committed.... I like how you have shown sympathy for these women, and added a bit of humor to this dark tale.... This was a fantastic poem that I really enjoyed! Great work, Richard! Good luck in the contest!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/17/2014 7:57:00 AM
Good morning and thanks Kelly. I appreciate your thoughtful visit.
Date: 8/15/2014 8:24:00 PM
I liked your story! Told very well and very entertaining :)
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/17/2014 7:57:00 AM
Hi Casarah, happy I could entertain.
Date: 8/15/2014 3:18:00 PM
Well done Richard... I love the storyline... Verlena
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/15/2014 3:22:00 PM
I had fun writing this one.
Date: 8/14/2014 12:05:00 PM
such a fun poem displays your imagination. love the disclaimer reveals a little more of you. wonderful.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/15/2014 8:22:00 AM
Good morning and thanks Maurice.
Date: 8/14/2014 8:36:00 AM
Richard, Excellent! Sounds like something from 'The Brothers Grimm' or Stephen King. I love the imagery. Jim
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/15/2014 8:19:00 AM
Hi Bindu, I have no idea where this came from, the poem felt like it wrote itself.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/14/2014 9:04:00 AM
Thanks J.R., I enjoy experimenting . I am also a big fan of Stephen King.
Date: 8/12/2014 6:50:00 AM
Fantastic, creative, and rich with wisdom. Brilliant, the way you showed how the woman healer was forced to become something else and do harm. I love the disclaimer.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/12/2014 9:03:00 AM
Thanks! ;0)
Date: 8/11/2014 10:55:00 AM
your passion for poetry is evident in this witch's brew....KEEP doing EXACTLY what you do! Politics and everything in life aside....RICHARD BroTHeR, you are a poet, STaY on this PoEt Tree Ride. ---~JSL...every now and again, rhyme is the meter we speak...7rate. and I am expanding my Favorite Poets list. You are on it! Doggone IT!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/11/2014 1:14:00 PM
Thanks Roboto, I am honored and very much appreciate your visits. Stay strong and keep speaking your mind, it is a quality so few lack these days.
Date: 8/10/2014 5:53:00 AM
ha love it Richard, I never know which witch is which either, harry lol
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/11/2014 1:15:00 PM
Cute Mandy!
Date: 8/9/2014 11:41:00 PM
I loved this Richard, humorous and with a good message, and yes we should never rush to judge, just cause my ex was a witch, doesn't mean all witches are bad!!!! kidding LOL
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/11/2014 1:16:00 PM
Good one!
Date: 8/9/2014 7:33:00 AM
Brilliant Richard,,,love the imagery, which set me off, i see evil verses good,,,here, just like the world,,trouble is today i never know which is witch
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/9/2014 8:11:00 AM
Clever response Harry. Thanks!
Date: 8/8/2014 9:15:00 PM
Wonderful Richard...you went farther than I thought you would and did it splendidly....Tim
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/9/2014 8:12:00 AM
Thanks Tim, you might enjoy the disclaimer I just added.
Date: 8/8/2014 8:54:00 PM
I love poems, stories of unbreakable Faith Richard. The hunters know not the God of Nature. I really dig the forest graveyard too! J.A.B.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/9/2014 8:15:00 AM
Thanks Justin, for me the power of nature is but a single finger of God's hand. I am pleased you enjoyed my tale.
Date: 8/8/2014 10:42:00 AM
this had me gripped from start to finish Richard - love the imagery and the tension you created in your write - good luck in the contest:-) Hugs Jan xx
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/8/2014 7:43:00 PM
Hugs back and thanks Jan.

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