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Beyond Conditionally Coloured

I looked at theirs in hopes I would find mine The powerful example in their lives underlined They showed what they know by their branches intertwined Instantaneous, long lasting, molded and refined Beyond futility, their hopes in God enshrined I have tried to grasp love, hold it tightly confined Malignant and ugly, not what I hoped I would find For without a giving heart and a soul that was kind Love kept from my grip and was trapped in my mind So I looked to the heavens for colours extreme What could this failure of mine really mean? I was baptized in the water of God's Holy Stream With His gift of true Love this heart was redeemed! "It's an about love thing". This all started with me not understanding, Keith Papayrus posted his poem "It's Theirs" I didn't understand it. Keith was kind enough to soup me a explanation which I found poetic. His response led to me writing this poem. "conditionally coloured" was part of his response to me and I thought it should be part of my title. Thanks for the inspiration my brother of the pen.

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Iris E. S-Lewis

Date: 12/1/2015 2:49:00 PM

Captivated by title. Lover of first line,second stanza.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 2/21/2016 8:49:00 AM

Thanks Iris.

Samiha Zubair

Date: 8/10/2015 10:09:00 PM

It is commonly seen when you are thinking that what you choose is best for you. But after sometime you feel the need to review about your choice and where the fault lies.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/11/2015 9:03:00 AM

I think the fault often lies within ourselves but human nature being what it is means we lay the fault at someone else's feet. Thanks for commenting.

Robert Lindley

Date: 8/8/2015 4:23:00 PM

My friend, you have inked a fine poem here. After being read it leaves one with a very good feeling and thats a fine gift ti impart to others! A7

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 8/9/2015 9:15:00 AM

Thanks so much Robert.

Njeri Hunjeri

Date: 7/26/2015 4:00:00 AM

i really really LOVE this line "So I looked to the heavens for colours extreme" #7

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/26/2015 9:08:00 AM

Thanks Njeri;0) a big hug for you!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/25/2015 12:28:00 PM

GREAT to see you interacting with another poet to come up with this gem, Richard. Keith is sure a nice guy!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/26/2015 9:09:00 AM

Thanks Andrea, I have been inspired by many here. I agree Keith is a good guy and a talented communicator.

Wilma Neels

Date: 7/22/2015 9:01:00 AM

Wow Richard! This is one of those gems that needs to be fav, just because we all need this reminder so often. This is an awesome write indeed and a fav for me :) Enjoy your Wednesday as I am getting ready to end mine at work :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/22/2015 9:44:00 AM

Thanks Wilma, I hope you had a good day.

Constance La France

Date: 7/22/2015 7:47:00 AM

Richard, you have penned some beautiful lines within this poem, I agree with you that in order to find and keep love one must have love in their own being, well done 7 and thanks for visiting my poem, glances. . I must look for Keith"s poem . I like what you said at the end "brother in pen" lovely way to think of a poet friend.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/22/2015 9:45:00 AM

Thanks Constance, hugs Rick.

Kp Nunez

Date: 7/22/2015 1:39:00 AM

Second time to read this, once when I was out and unable to comment and now that I do...I am touched again by the purity of the love spoken of here. You reflect that love by having the heart to write with words that resonate with the reader's heart Thank you, Rick, for writing this. I also appreciate the footnote to acknowledge Keith's part in this. His heart is in the right place. hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/22/2015 6:36:00 AM

Good morning Kim, this is a nice way to start a new day. Thanks so much for these words.

Arthur Vaso

Date: 7/21/2015 9:43:00 PM

I read this a few times, to capture the depth, this is like a symphony building up to the finale! Need I say Great?

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/22/2015 12:07:00 AM

You are kind Arthur.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 7/21/2015 2:37:00 PM

:) Redeemed how I love to Proclaim it! Sorry.....hymn just popped into my mind. This is lovely, Richard. I already commented on Keith's post that he deleted. :) Lovely message. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/22/2015 12:06:00 AM

Yes I did see it thanks Eileen. Hugs back to you.;0)

Nette Onclaud

Date: 7/21/2015 12:59:00 PM

deeply expressed and a delightful response to keith's work, rich... graciously done!. huggs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/22/2015 12:07:00 AM

Thanks Nette. Much appreciated.

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 7/21/2015 9:15:00 AM

Profound love has its spring in heaven! Blessed those who are submerged into its Holy waters for they truly love! Excellent my friend Richard!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/21/2015 9:30:00 AM

Thanks Demetrios.

Judy Konos

Date: 7/20/2015 8:33:00 PM

I thought it was fantastic. The only thing I liked better was, 'Brother of the Pen' when does the movie debut?

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/21/2015 8:47:00 AM

Thanks Judy, you made me smile!

Mama Bear

Date: 7/20/2015 4:15:00 PM

Mystic Rose has said it well. I have a wonderful son who is in touch with God on all parts of his life You make me proud many times over Nicely expressed Much love Mom

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/21/2015 8:48:00 AM

I'm blushing mom, love ya!

Tim Smith

Date: 7/20/2015 12:58:00 PM

I did read this. I thought it was deja vu...great piece

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/21/2015 8:48:00 AM

Thanks Tim.

Elaine George

Date: 7/20/2015 10:49:00 AM

Yes!!! Real love, is all lightness. Beautiful poem, brilliant writing, Richard. Elaine

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/20/2015 12:45:00 PM

So true!