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Yellow Shoes In the Darkness

Walking through the land of shadows, wearing my yellow shoes With each and every step, I created color and lovely hues The shadows started retreating as colour permeated the ground Out of the shadowy darkness I heard a most horrible sound "You sir do not belong here so I command you to go away You are in the land of shadows, you must listen to what I say!" I kept on moving forward not sure what I would see Where was the voice coming from? I looked behind a tree Light and color expanded, to the dark sky it did rise The entity that so scared me was revealed before my eyes As my shoes banished the darkness, the entity was reduced to tears Without the aid of shadows he could't tap into my fears As I reached down to touch him I told him he was safe He looked up with such confusion as I gazed upon his face "Are you here to destroy me? Have you come to take me away? There is a purpose for shadows they create hope for brighter days." I heard what he was saying, yes shadows have a reason In order for spring to come, we need a darker season So I removed my yellow shoes, watched as the shadows returned It was time to head for home with this strange lesson I had learned

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Sandra Haight

Date: 9/30/2016 8:01:00 PM

A meaningful message in your poem, Richard, and I enjoyed reading it. Congratulations on your First Place win! Sandra

Lu Loo

Date: 9/30/2016 7:41:00 AM

loved this Richard, very lovely :) congratulations on your placement :)-luloo

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/30/2016 8:27:00 AM

Thanks Luloo.

Joseph May

Date: 9/30/2016 5:57:00 AM

Very nice story Richard...Congrats on your win!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/30/2016 8:28:00 AM

Thanks Joseph.

Agnes Krampe

Date: 9/30/2016 2:45:00 AM

Congrats on your win, Richard. Agnes

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/30/2016 8:28:00 AM

Thanks Agnes.

Janice Canerdy

Date: 9/29/2016 10:26:00 PM

Richard ,I really enjoyed your poem. Thank you for participating in my FIRST contest. Now I know how HARD it is to choose. There is so much talent on the Soup! Congratulations on your win! Janice

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/29/2016 11:34:00 PM

Hi Janice, thanks for my placement. I am thrilled you enjoyed this piece.

Verlena S. Walker

Date: 9/10/2016 9:01:00 PM

Real nice piece Richard. I like the parabola.... Verlena

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/29/2016 11:35:00 PM

Hi Verlena, thanks for the visit.

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 9/8/2016 3:03:00 PM

Its great to perceive life in such a way..Indeed we need to taste the sour moments of life to aprecciate the sweeter once...Yes only through the tunnel can we see and yearn for light..amen.Outstanding you...Love your poetry.Happy Happy Birthday dear Friend..Im so honoured to know you.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/9/2016 7:38:00 PM

Hi Charmaine. Thanks so much for both Birghday greetings. You brought me som sunshine. Hugs Rick.

Kyle Kriticos

Date: 9/4/2016 6:06:00 AM

We can't say that bad things are good things, but i also believe that in the deepest darkness light shines its brightest! Well done !

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/4/2016 8:44:00 AM

The interesting thing is that equate dark with good and evil. It is neither, it is merely an absence of light. Thanks for visiting me Kyle.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 9/4/2016 1:59:00 AM

I enjoyed your imaginative write with a meaning message Richard. So true! : ) 7

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/4/2016 8:44:00 AM

Thanks Connie, this was a fun one to write.

Ralph Sergi

Date: 8/31/2016 7:08:00 AM

Hi Richard: You created a beautiful philosophic poem with yellow shoes. Great write!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/1/2016 11:00:00 PM

Thanks Ralph, I had fun writing this one.

Arthur Vaso

Date: 8/29/2016 10:57:00 PM

Richard, wow, I am truly at a loss for words, this is both a poem and a philosophy course! A Fav!!!!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/30/2016 8:17:00 AM

You are kind Arthur. I'm pleased you like it.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 8/29/2016 10:25:00 PM

I remember this one....it's brilliant, Richard. I need to remember this. My daughter leaves this Sunday, and I'm really struggling this time. Can't let her go....pray for me. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/30/2016 8:19:00 AM

As parents it is one of the most difficult experiences. It is however important for us to let them fly. You are stronger then you know. Blessings to both of you. Hugs Rick.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/29/2016 3:10:00 PM

a very fascinating take on the subject. I think you did a great and inventive poem.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/30/2016 8:19:00 AM

Thanks Andrea.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/28/2016 2:20:00 PM

- Richard, impressive writing with wise thoughts - Great !!! - Good luck in the contest - hugs and happy new week // Anne-Lise :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/30/2016 8:20:00 AM

Thanks Anne-Lise, hugs back to you.

Mama Bear

Date: 8/28/2016 9:33:00 AM

So true we must have light after darkness but also to appreciate light we must have darkness first. You have out done yourself with this one A great big 7 for you Love Mom

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/28/2016 10:12:00 AM

Thanks and a big hug back to you mom. Love Rick

Viv Wigley

Date: 8/28/2016 1:49:00 AM

Very clever poetry, thoughtful and deep. Love it. A 7 and a fave for me, thanks. Regards, Viv

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/28/2016 8:40:00 AM

Thanks Viv, this was a fun one to conceive.

John Hardison

Date: 8/27/2016 4:15:00 PM

Kept my attention. Captivating couplet.. Strong ending. Peace, Love and Joy.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/28/2016 8:39:00 AM

Peace love and joy to you as well, an unbeatable combination. Thanks for visiting.

Daniel Turner

Date: 8/27/2016 4:13:00 PM

Richard, your perceptions of life are very unique and the way you express them is just remarkable. I definitely liked the feel of this one.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/28/2016 8:38:00 AM

You are kind my friend. Thanks for your visit.

Lynn Marie

Date: 8/27/2016 2:32:00 PM

An excellent story piece that is brimming with insights leaving a peaceful calm. To walk with 'purpose' is to become acquainted with oneself.:-) Thank you for the lovely reminder :-) blessings, lynn

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/28/2016 8:37:00 AM

Thanks for the blessing and insightful comment Lynn.