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Wordaholic

I want conversations with writers and poets The wise the wacky the dark and the stoic I need to drink your words I fear my disease is chronic The name of my affliction I think it’s wordaholic Writers and poets Dig down to the deep Some are more honest Others have secrets to keep Some can herd cats or people like sheep If you tell a good story I’ll sacrifice my sleep The complicated mind Within phrases revealed Multilayered thinking Special nuggets concealed Tongues sharp and precise master poets do wield If used like a surgeon The recipient is healed So talk to me wordsmiths all of you clever poets The wise the wacky The dark and the stoic I want to drink your words Yes my disease is chronic The name of my affliction I think it’s wordaholic!

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Angela Crabtree

Date: 10/12/2020 8:56:00 PM

This is an outstanding poem, Richard! It showed up in my feed and your title is so fitting for this site. Had to save it to read again. ~Angie

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/13/2020 6:25:00 AM

Much appreciated Angela.

Nora Gibson

Date: 1/19/2020 5:43:00 PM

love it ….so real

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/19/2020 5:47:00 PM

Thanks Nora. Hugs a Rick.

Vladislav Raven

Date: 9/8/2019 3:35:00 PM

Hi Richard, a wonderful write from an exceptional pen, or you can turn that around if you wish. You are a wordaholic, you string your words together in such interesting ways. Love the content of this excellent piece. I drown in your words my friend, emotions sing from me each time i READ FROM YOU. A fave. Have a wonderful Monday. Your friend always.....Mike.

Linda Milgate

Date: 8/12/2019 8:43:00 PM

Love it!! Not a bad way to be!!! Especially with the words and combinations you send our way.

Sand Blown

Date: 8/7/2019 11:09:00 PM

damn that was good

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/8/2019 7:34:00 AM

Thanks.

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 7/29/2019 12:14:00 PM

Hello Richard, I now have a new way of looking at myself after reading this poem.When you think of it,we are all wordacholic. Enjoyed this poem. Hugs Darlene

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 7/30/2019 2:52:00 PM

hello Richard,you are so welcome. hugs. Have a nice evening my friend.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/29/2019 12:46:00 PM

Thanks Darlene. Hugs back to you. ;0)

Cal Bambi The Word Artist

Date: 7/28/2019 11:05:00 AM

You have invaded my thoughts. Thank You..... Cal Bambi

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/28/2019 1:36:00 PM

Thanks Cal.

Jan Allison

Date: 7/28/2019 3:49:00 AM

what a fun poem Rick, I especially loved about herding cats as a I saw a hilarious video of that title. thanks for making me smile and many congrats on POTW:-) I've learned so so much since i started writing and guess I can hold my hand up and confess I'm a wordaholic and i'm thankful there is not cure!!hugs jan xx

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/28/2019 8:15:00 AM

Great response, thanks Jan, hugs Rick.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/27/2019 7:45:00 PM

this is FANTABULOUS. A fave on this one!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/28/2019 12:09:00 AM

Thanks Andrea. ;0)

Panagiota Romios

Date: 7/27/2019 3:49:00 PM

Richard! This is brilliant! A FAV. Workaholic...yes! Panagiota Thank you.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/28/2019 12:10:00 AM

Thanks Panagiota. Much appreciated.

Silent One

Date: 7/27/2019 4:12:00 AM

Great choice for POTW

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/27/2019 9:00:00 AM

Thanks.

Ann Foster

Date: 7/26/2019 4:29:00 PM

What fun you have written, I want to sing to my kitten. Loved it all. hehe. Ann

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/27/2019 9:01:00 AM

Thanks Ann.

Smita Kulkarni

Date: 7/25/2019 12:45:00 PM

How nifty and original Richard!! Great use of words! Loved reading it!! -Smita

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/25/2019 3:12:00 PM

Thanks Smita.

Robertina B.

Date: 7/24/2019 10:30:00 AM

I really enjoyed your creativity, Richard.. Wonderfully penned!! So unique and realistic.. Bravo!! Congratulations on your POTW.. This is a fav for me! Have a blessed day..

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/24/2019 10:55:00 AM

You as well. ;0)

Arturo Michael

Date: 7/22/2019 10:16:00 AM

It reads like you were having fun...and you did it with class...Congratulations Richard...You were the master poet in this write...

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/22/2019 10:51:00 AM

Thanks once again Arturo. Blessings Richard.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 7/21/2019 9:22:00 PM

Thanks to all. I will be back to visit each of you soon.

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 7/21/2019 8:34:00 PM

G'day Richard ... great poem to read. Marvelous topic, and involves the way of most poets and writers; forever seekers of words - thank you Richard - Lindsay

Brandy Nicole

Date: 7/21/2019 6:44:00 PM

Ooohhh, so that's what it's called. :) Cool beans!!! Words seem to follow me. Guess that's a good thing, being that I am a poetess. This is cute, clever and creative. I like it. Congratulations Richard, on poem of the Week. A Wordaholic you are!!! Never change. :) Brandy

Sunlite Wanter

Date: 7/21/2019 6:30:00 PM

A very special poem - makes all of us feel welcome to write as best we can. The poem was a real treat, and the comments, too. Congratulations!!!!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 7/21/2019 1:38:00 PM

This is really excellent Rick! I am am married to a workaholic and he works circles around me. I used to feel guilty but I grew to except that I do not have as much energy as he does. When it comes to poetry, I have been known to stay up all night reading, however. So I totally relate to this wonderful poem! Congratulations on your very deserving POTW! I must put this gem in my Faves! xxoo : )

Susan Ashley

Date: 7/21/2019 11:26:00 AM

Such a beautiful affliction, indeed! Your insightful artistry is reflected in your exceptional poem, Richard. Poetic brilliance! Congratulations on your wonderful and well deserved recognition with POTW honors. Warmest wishes always my friend.. ~Susan

Tania Kitchin

Date: 7/21/2019 9:26:00 AM

Back to congratulate you on POTW, a well deserved recognition with this gem! :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/21/2019 9:56:00 AM

What a nice surprise! Thanks.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/21/2019 9:01:00 AM

Nearly missed this one Richard, its a gem of a verse. Congratulations on POTW. Tom.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/21/2019 9:56:00 AM

Thanks so much Tom!

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 7/17/2019 4:11:00 PM

Hi, my name is Michelle, and I am a Wordaholic-

Tom Cunningham
Date: 7/21/2019 9:00:00 AM

Love your comment Michelle

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/17/2019 4:55:00 PM

Ha ha, best comment if the day!

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 7/17/2019 6:24:00 AM

I like the tribute to pay to wordsmiths, the flexibility you give to them. "The wise the wacky The dark and the stoic" - depends on the minute of the day also, right? Sweet write!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/17/2019 7:31:00 AM

Thanks Caren.