A Million Fairytales

Fleeting into the ebon night,
a million fairytales tremble at us.
Never cursed or full of deep blight.
I embrace you, you hold me tight.
For our love loses not insight.
Sounds of swift ivory doves cry out.
They know how our love does outshine 
with flickering light.

Descending onto my grateful knees,
I knew the pain of loss and pain you carried with ease.
Black Ravens plague this existence.
Saturated in loneliness were you,
yet you stay with me.
I faced before you attains,
longing for my hopelessness to cease.
I sense your essence in the breeze.

Weeping in the forsaken land,
for I am but a man craving to be near you.
Sweetheart you are my perpetual connection!
For all of eternity my desolated heart remains,
bound by love and affection.
The wind blows and gusts prevail,
intense obscurity of the calamity.

As the tempest rages in warm rains.
your genuine affection sustains. 
A million fairytales tremble at us.
My alleviation found in perfection

and...

I shall feel this pure affection, 
weeping in the forsaken land.
Or you my beloved, eternally bound by love and affection,
fleeting into the ebon night.



Written September 7th for Lu’s Poem Switcher-Roo contest.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Leiser Avatar
October 17, 2019 at 11:54 PM
Excellent poetry, Richard! So enjoyed this, a fave!!
Lamoureux Avatar
October 18, 2019 at 12:52 AM
Thanks Laura. ;0)
Perrin Avatar
October 10, 2019 at 6:56 AM
So powerful with amazing imagery! I really enjoy reading your work :-) x
Lamoureux Avatar
October 10, 2019 at 8:27 AM
Thanks Elaine, that makes my day. Hugs Rick.
Ball Avatar
September 15, 2019 at 11:17 AM
Beautifully done with excellent imagery. Lovely. God Bless, JB
Lamoureux Avatar
September 15, 2019 at 11:58 AM
Thanks Judy.
Poetry Avatar
September 15, 2019 at 6:50 AM
A POETRY AS JUST THE GREAT DO ,,, FULL OF IMAGES AND ALLUSIONS ... FULL OF LOVE AND PURE FEELINGS .. CONGRATS SALUTE DEAR RICHARD ALKAS
Lamoureux Avatar
September 15, 2019 at 11:59 AM
Thanks Alkas.
Mcconnell Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 4:43 PM
A great piece Richard, full of great imagery and expression. A superb piece indeed!
Lamoureux Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 4:56 PM
Thanks Gordon.
Dietrich Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 4:13 PM
The imagery here is off the map, Richard. I see it's the old switcheroo!! Oh boy, I don't know how to pull this one off. But you sure did it super well.
Lamoureux Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 4:56 PM
It seemed to come together. Thanks Andrea.
Kiser Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 12:57 PM
Powerfully emotional; good luck in the contest.
Lamoureux Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 5:06 PM
Thanks for the visit and luck.
Pandit Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 8:47 AM
So much emotion in this creative re-do for the contest..I like the way you started and ended your poem..all the best, Richard.
Lamoureux Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 9:14 AM
Thanks Vijay.
Nicole Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 9:36 PM
"A million fairy-tales tremble at us" Just thinking about it, makes my heart race. Such vivid images you paint with your words. Leaving me in complete awe. An ever after of moments tangling the heart. This is so beautifully written and presented. ~ Brandy
Lamoureux Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 7:34 AM
Thanks Brandy, you are kind. Hugs Rick.
Andresen Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 1:32 PM
- A wonderful poem, Richard ... Life's own fairytale - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Lamoureux Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 7:38 AM
The compliment belongs to Lu Loo as they are her words rearranged. Thanks for the visit and the hug Anne-Lise. Hugs Rick
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 11:58 AM
You did this so well, I barely recognized it as Luloo's words. I am sure she will be impressed Rick! : ) xxoo
Lamoureux Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 1:16 PM
Thanks Connie, you are sweet.
Makama Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 10:41 AM
This should definitely get the win. Witty and entertaining.
Lamoureux Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 10:55 AM
Thanks Funom.
Warrior Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 10:23 AM
Very well crafted my friend...ready for a win Richard...^WW^ :o)
Lamoureux Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 10:25 AM
I hope so! Thanks.
Williams Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 1:16 AM
Your love towards your loved one is like a million fairy-tales. One can feel the beauty of it in every line of yours. This poem is a Winner in my eyes Rick, however good luck in the contest. A POTD for sure. A fave for my list.....Maria Hugs
Lamoureux Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 2:00 AM
That would be nice. Thanks for the glowing comment. Hugs Rick.
Chiri Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 8:23 PM
Ahhh finally a new one and you have not disappointed my friend! Loved it!;)
Lamoureux Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 1:59 AM
So glad You enjoyed this one. Most of the credit goes to Lu Loo. I merely rearranged her words.
Connelly Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 5:18 PM
Very nice Richard. I know not of these contests or rules, but it seems to me if this is what you wrote accordingly, then surely you are a winner!!!
Lamoureux Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 1:14 AM
Glad you like it Jeff, much appreciated.
Raven Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 3:25 PM
Hi Richard, another excellent piece from your pen. Another strong write that touches the heart and stirs the emotions. Another jewel from your treasure-trove Richard. A fave. Have a wonderful Monday. Your friend always....Mike.
Lamoureux Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 1:13 AM
You are good for my ego Mike. Hugs Rick.
Proxenos Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 10:55 AM
A romantic medley of words which you have interlaced to produce a gem - you are talented my friend. Hugs, jennifer.
Lamoureux Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 1:12 AM
You are kind, thanks Jennifer. ;0)
Onclaud Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 10:25 AM
rich, weaving this poem with a different perspective is incredible... all the best!...huggs
Lamoureux Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 1:12 AM
Thanks Nette, hugs Rick.
One Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 7:56 AM
Now this is full of romantic lines and that last stanza is just great...
Lamoureux Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 8:49 AM
Thanks, not my words I just rearranged the lines. Ta da!
Canerdy Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 7:02 AM
So beautifully descriptive, romantic and sweet--then, the end! Janice
Lamoureux Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 7:24 AM
Thanks Janice.
Cunningham Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 2:13 AM
You've done a brilliant job with this one Richard. Good luck. Tom
Lamoureux Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 7:24 AM
Thanks Tom.
Y. Avatar
September 7, 2019 at 11:35 PM
Hi Richard, I saw Laura's original poem and I must say you did a great job with the 'switcha roo". I wish you the best of luck in the contest. Enjoy the rest of your weekend my friend:-) Alexis
Lamoureux Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 12:28 AM
Thanks Alexis. ;0)
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