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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

Date: 6/29/2016 12:59:00 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

Date: 3/30/2016 5:48:00 PM

A pleasure to read your verse this evening. Light & Love

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/30/2016 5:52:00 PM

Thanks again Debbie.

Timothy Hicks

Date: 3/29/2016 10:13:00 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
Date: 3/30/2016 11:50:00 PM

Great voice and message. He's also a good guitar player.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/30/2016 11:44:00 PM

Thanks Timothy, I'll look it up.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 3/29/2016 9:50:00 PM

I'm proud to call you friend, Richard. Your compassion for others is truly endearing. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/30/2016 5:52:00 PM

Ditto Eileen! Hugs back.

Casarah Nance

Date: 3/29/2016 6:51:00 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
Date: 3/30/2016 5:53:00 PM

You are making me blush Casarah...:0)

Red Fiery

Date: 3/28/2016 10:42:00 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
Date: 3/29/2016 7:49:00 AM

Thanks Red, what a great comment. Thanks!

Dominic Amezimi

Date: 3/28/2016 8:19:00 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
Date: 3/28/2016 8:47:00 AM

Thanks Dominic, I will check out your writing.

Mama Bear

Date: 3/27/2016 9:01:00 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
Date: 3/27/2016 10:06:00 PM

I love you too mom. Hugs Rick.

Tim Smith

Date: 3/27/2016 5:21:00 PM

When is enough enough. That is the question. Lovely Easter message Richard. Hope you and your family had a fabulous Easter.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/27/2016 10:07:00 PM

We did, I hope you and your family did as well.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/27/2016 1:22:00 PM

- Very wise written, we all have something to learn from this poem Richard - Thank you for being here :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/27/2016 10:07:00 PM

People like you make this place special!

Jan Allison

Date: 3/27/2016 10:06:00 AM

You are a very wise and christian man Richard - many can learn from you:-) hugs jan xx

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/27/2016 10:50:00 AM

Only when my wisdom translates to action. Hugs back to you Jan.

Lin Lane

Date: 3/27/2016 10:02:00 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
Date: 3/27/2016 10:49:00 AM

Thanks Lin. Hugs Rick.

John Fleming

Date: 3/27/2016 9:47:00 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
Date: 3/27/2016 10:49:00 AM

Yes it is indeed a paradox. Thanks for weighing in. A happy and contented Easter for you as well.