Richard Lamoureux Poet Quatrain

Blinded By Colourful Font

I would like to ponder wisdom
loving relationships and things
A life lived beyond good intentions
What it means to have strong wings

To know that life has a purpose
When it is lived beyond myself
I don't need to fill all my cupboards
It's better that I share the wealth

All those things I think I'm needing 
are trapping me within the want
I see heartache written in graffiti
Why am I blinded by colourful font

If my more means that I'm taking
Is any of it truly gain
Others find food in dumpsters
and I am ignorant to their pain

In this world of want and plenty
I know I have more than my share
By remembering where it came from
I should know I have plenty to spare

God implores me to be giving
To have faith He won't let me down
These hands have a special purpose
If I'm willing to venture down town!

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Kyle Kriticos June 29, 2016 at 12:59 PM It's so true and I relate to this beautifully crafted poem. I want to get going with so many things but in my case have been slacking. Maybe worse then being guilty of the things we do is being guilty of the things we neglect! I wish you Godspeed in all your endeavours!

Debbie Guzzi March 30, 2016 at 5:48 PM A pleasure to read your verse this evening. Light & Love Richard Lamoureux March 30, 2016 at 5:52 PM Thanks again Debbie.

Timothy Hicks March 29, 2016 at 10:13 PM Your heart is always on display when you write, Richard. Thankfully for us, it's never ugly or self-centered, but always full of love for others, with your never-ending soul-searching. Your mention of colors, in your poems, always fascinate me. I'm strangely brought to mind a song, after reading this. You should look up On a Corner in Memphis by Todd Agnew ... it's a great song, with great lyrics! I think you would like it. Richard Lamoureux March 30, 2016 at 11:50 PM Great voice and message. He's also a good guitar player. Richard Lamoureux March 30, 2016 at 11:44 PM Thanks Timothy, I'll look it up.

Eileen Manassian March 29, 2016 at 9:50 PM I'm proud to call you friend, Richard. Your compassion for others is truly endearing. Hugs Richard Lamoureux March 30, 2016 at 5:52 PM Ditto Eileen! Hugs back.

Casarah Nance March 29, 2016 at 6:51 PM You have such a good heart and a wonderful mentality, I love it, the man behind the pen is a perfect ten. Richard Lamoureux March 30, 2016 at 5:53 PM You are making me blush Casarah...:0)

Red Fiery March 28, 2016 at 10:42 PM you made me think again...your poems are thought provoking and I can't help it faving them,,,son adding this to my fav.. I see heartache written in graffiti Why am I blinded by colourful font....this took my breath away...7/7...cheers ! Richard Lamoureux March 29, 2016 at 7:49 AM Thanks Red, what a great comment. Thanks!

Dominic Amezimi March 28, 2016 at 8:19 AM "To know that life has a purpose When it is lived beyond myself I don't need to fill all my cupboards It's better that I share the wealth" the verse that touched me most... classic writing Richard, don't stop! Richard Lamoureux March 28, 2016 at 8:47 AM Thanks Dominic, I will check out your writing.

Mama Bear March 27, 2016 at 9:01 PM Ah but I know you venture to the needy side of town and share more than most people realize. You are doing your share and more. Proud to call you my son. Love Mom Richard Lamoureux March 27, 2016 at 10:06 PM I love you too mom. Hugs Rick.

Tim Smith March 27, 2016 at 5:21 PM When is enough enough. That is the question. Lovely Easter message Richard. Hope you and your family had a fabulous Easter. Richard Lamoureux March 27, 2016 at 10:07 PM We did, I hope you and your family did as well.

Anne-Lise Andresen March 27, 2016 at 1:22 PM - Very wise written, we all have something to learn from this poem Richard - Thank you for being here :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Richard Lamoureux March 27, 2016 at 10:07 PM People like you make this place special!

Jan Allison March 27, 2016 at 10:06 AM You are a very wise and christian man Richard - many can learn from you:-) hugs jan xx Richard Lamoureux March 27, 2016 at 10:50 AM Only when my wisdom translates to action. Hugs back to you Jan.

Lin Lane March 27, 2016 at 10:02 AM You certainly have the right motives in your heart, Rick. Materialism is a bane and we all have more than we need. God loves a cheerful giver! Richard Lamoureux March 27, 2016 at 10:49 AM Thanks Lin. Hugs Rick.

John Fleming March 27, 2016 at 9:47 AM A souls greatest "Dawning realization": Less is so much more than more. Bit of a paradox would you not say, Richard? My very best regards to you...And a happy and contented Easter this holiest of days. :) john Richard Lamoureux March 27, 2016 at 10:49 AM Yes it is indeed a paradox. Thanks for weighing in. A happy and contented Easter for you as well.