Richard Lamoureux Poet Monorhyme

Bad Bargain Made

I welcome death I'm not afraid
Ten years within this cell I've stayed
My wealth immense a cruel game's been played
Innocent but still a debt it must be paid
For with the Devil I have made a trade
A life of fame and fortune weighed
It seems my selfish nature I obeyed
I watched as all I had was on parade
By truth the jury could not be swayed
Soon in a grave my body will be laid



Halloween Monorhyme contest
October 24th 2017

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Vladislav Raven November 16, 2018 at 9:32 AM Hi Richard, this is a creatively wonderful write from your pen. Your words paint a living canvas. Such powerful thoughts displayed. I have had times when I would have made a bargain with the Devil, Instead, I reached out to God and I am glad I did. An amazing work my friend. Has to be a fave. Have a wonderful Friday. Your friend always....Mike.

Eve Roper February 10, 2018 at 2:44 PM Congratulations on your win, Richard , enjoyed reading! Not wise to make a trade with the Devil :-( Hugs Eve ~`*

Tom Cunningham February 8, 2018 at 1:54 AM Well you won't be cold where you're going. Congratulations Richard Regards Tom Richard Lamoureux February 8, 2018 at 8:09 AM Thanks Tom.

Line Gauthier February 5, 2018 at 8:16 PM Congrats on your winning poem, Richard. Richard Lamoureux February 8, 2018 at 8:09 AM Thanks Line.

Alexis Y. February 5, 2018 at 7:09 PM Hi Richard, Your title alone compelled me to read this well written piece. Nothing good can can from selling your soul to the devil. Thanks for participating in my contest. Congratulations on your 1st place win in my contest:-) Alexis

Joanna Daniel October 31, 2017 at 9:56 AM I agree with Eileen here, even I was reminded of Dr. Faustus, well written monorhyme, Richard:) and I like monorhymes:) Richard Lamoureux January 4, 2018 at 1:22 AM Thanks Jo, somehow I missed this comment. Thanks for the visit.

Becca Teagan October 26, 2017 at 9:32 PM Not a good thing, when we obey our selfish nature ;) I am not crazy about monorhyme poems, but this is a good one for the contest! Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2017 at 7:55 AM Hi Becca, not my favorite form as well. Thanks for the visit Becca.

Kudzai Mhangwa October 26, 2017 at 10:01 AM Nice poem Richard! All the best in the contest Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2017 at 7:55 AM Thanks Kudzai

Andrea Dietrich October 25, 2017 at 7:22 PM That was a great tale you told in monorhyme, Richard. Sold his soul and even truth can't save him! Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2017 at 7:59 AM Thanks Andrea.

Eileen Manassian October 25, 2017 at 5:51 PM Oh Dear....This reminds me of the play Dr Faustus by Christopher Marlowe. We went over that in my literature class. Making deals with the devil only ends in heartache. So happy I know the author of this poem! I know your faith would never allow that, dear. :) Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2017 at 8:00 AM Yep, no deal with the devil for me. Have a great weekend Eileen. Hugs Rick.

John Gondolf October 25, 2017 at 1:30 PM Enjoyed your devilish little monorhyme, Richard. Good luck in the contest. Richard Lamoureux October 25, 2017 at 1:33 PM Thanks John.

Janis Medders Tobechi October 25, 2017 at 1:26 PM Would be good for the Dark II contest also if monorhyme is judged soon which is very likely. Deals with the devil are a sad, sad thing. Best wishes for this contest also. Richard Lamoureux October 25, 2017 at 1:33 PM Thanks Janice.

Silent One October 25, 2017 at 5:45 AM Dark write, never make a bargain with the devil... Richard Lamoureux October 25, 2017 at 8:46 AM No worries!

Russell Sivey October 25, 2017 at 3:29 AM Yes! I love Halloween poetry! And yours is full of Halloween treats! I just loved the way you wove that tremendous selfish nature and Devilish trade within this poem! I also liked the way you portrayed that even with fame and fortune life still doesn't improve! What a brilliant piece, Great Work!! Richard Lamoureux October 25, 2017 at 8:47 AM Hi Russell, this comment coming from the master of Halloween is a true treat. Thanks for visiting. It is good to have you back posting again Russell.

Arthur Vaso October 24, 2017 at 6:54 PM Hi Richard, oh I like this, now I know for sure this isn't you!!! You are too wise to be this person! I also made a bad bargain, but just at the dollar store!! Great write! Richard Lamoureux October 24, 2017 at 6:58 PM Ha ha, I like your sense of humor Arthur.