Richard Lamoureux Poet Couplet

Chantale's Birthday Party

Late to the party we arrived at seven
At least we showed up before eleven
Sweet Ginette, joined us both at the door
A bottle in my hand ready to pour

Off to the kitchen to see the Birthday Queen
All the happy faces a beautiful scene
Hugs for Chantale, another for Helene
I met a new person, energetic like a teen

Her name if I remember, it is Jocelynne
She is married, to a cool guy his name Martin
Bruno was cooking but stopped to say hi
Christine looked happy to be with her guy

Jokes and conversation, a whole lot of fun
Happy to spend time with everyone
Dave seemed content enjoying the mood
My stomach grumbled, I was ready for food

To the table it was time to sit down
We were all treated, to the best meal in town
First Chantale prayed a blessing on us
Our Savior is great, he deserves a fuss

The meal fantastic but the Tuna was raw
I tried to eat it but it stuck in my craw
My Mary she enjoyed it, although not me
I prefer all things cooked, that come from the sea

The pasta amazing, seafood galore
The wine was superb, I let Christine pour
She sat to my left, Dave sat to my right
Everyone there, made it a perfect night

Once concluded, Christine C sang a song
A Louis Armstrong tune we all joined along
Her voice was clearest ours more like a croak
We were lost in the moment, that's not a joke.

We all started dancing, disco moves on the floor
Armand turned up the sound, as we screamed for more
First time I saw Dave dance, he cuts quite the rug
Armand has his own moves, he likes the Jittery Bug

Before too long it was time for dessert
Hot from all the candles I unbuttoned my shirt
Chantal blew out the candles after making two wishes
Armand served Mary's cake, on rectangular dishes

Chantale's special day, a day to remember
Celebrated each year, October not November
So we raised our glasses, thankful for the cheer
Together we celebrated a friend who is dear!

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Eric Ashford July 24, 2019 at 5:53 PM Hi Richard, I liked the rhythmic pace of this. Reading it was like riding a horse. It was just nice, by which I mean it was a pleasant change from the regular stuff that aims high and ends low. I really did enjoy this one. Richard Lamoureux July 24, 2019 at 6:09 PM Thanks Eric, I forgot I wrote this one.

Monterey Sirak November 9, 2014 at 8:20 AM This is the way to capture memorable moments in poetry. Your images are more vivid than any camera could produce. Richard Lamoureux November 9, 2014 at 10:56 AM Thanks, it was a fun one to write.

Maurice Yvonne November 2, 2014 at 10:24 AM I have to fave this poem for personal reasons. Lovely write. Richard Lamoureux November 9, 2014 at 10:57 AM Sorry, I am behind on my responses. Thanks once again Maurice, you are most kind my friend.

Verlena S. Walker October 31, 2014 at 12:37 PM Nicely written Richard. Verlena Richard Lamoureux November 9, 2014 at 10:58 AM Thanks Verlena. ;0)

Dorian Petersen Potter October 27, 2014 at 4:54 PM Poetically very lovely poem Richard! :) it sounds like you had a blast. . ..I enjoyed your party...I mean your poem..lol.. Love and light! xxx D. Richard Lamoureux November 9, 2014 at 10:59 AM Yes we had a great time. Thanks for visiting.

Liam Mcdaid October 27, 2014 at 10:20 AM smiling richard truly a treasure piece beautifully penned dear friend Richard Lamoureux November 9, 2014 at 11:00 AM A belated thanks my friend.

Dr. Upma A. Sharma October 27, 2014 at 8:49 AM Fabulous time u must hv had ! Well captured memorable moments Richard! God bless u my friend! Richard Lamoureux November 9, 2014 at 11:01 AM May he bless you as well Upma.

Debbie Guzzi October 27, 2014 at 8:21 AM What a nice party! I do like sushi!Light & Love Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2014 at 8:24 AM You would have been welcome to my Tuna Debbie. I like sushi as well but only if it is cooked.

Tim Smith October 27, 2014 at 6:52 AM A fabulous time had by all...can't wait for the video of the dancing. Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2014 at 8:18 AM Fortunate for you they didn't take any videos.

Timothy Hicks October 27, 2014 at 12:20 AM You included everyone in this. A family get together full of memories. Happy you had a great time but you could have passed that raw Tuna to me! Sushi is one of my favorite foods ever! :D Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2014 at 8:19 AM I only tried a small piece so as not to waste it. Everyone else loved it.

Eileen Manassian October 26, 2014 at 11:15 PM I'm glad you had a swell time, Richard. :) I saw it all in my mind's eye. I blocked out the bit about all the sea food, though. ;) Hugs Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2014 at 8:20 AM We had a lot of fun. Hugs back.

Cherl Dunn October 26, 2014 at 9:49 PM Thank you for sharing such a wonderful slice of this birthday celebration with us tonight, enjoyed it very much, cheri Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2014 at 8:23 AM Mine as well Eve, thanks for the visit. Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2014 at 8:21 AM It is my pleasure Cherl.

Eve Roper October 26, 2014 at 9:15 PM It seemed like I was sitting there enjoying the feast Holiday feast are my favorites :) Eve Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2014 at 8:29 AM Mine as well Eve, thanks for the visit. Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2014 at 8:25 AM

Jan Allison October 26, 2014 at 7:43 PM sounds like an awesome party Richard - great vivid description:-) hugs jan xxx Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2014 at 8:30 AM It was, hugs back to you.

Dan Helppi October 26, 2014 at 7:43 PM Richard, I loved your line about God being worth a fuss! And I totally agree about cooking everything from the sea. I also had a bad experience with an expensive piece of tuna, apparently all great chefs cannot bear to cook the stuff they just singe it leaving it rubbery and slick. Richard Lamoureux October 27, 2014 at 8:26 AM Thanks Dan it seems we are of like mind.

Brenda Meier-Hans October 26, 2014 at 6:14 PM Sounds like a wonderful day with friends. I thought this was going to end like my poem My worse Date and was waiting for something horrible to happened. I'm glad to see it was just an enjoyable party. Richard Lamoureux October 26, 2014 at 6:17 PM I will have to check out your poem Brenda. Thanks for visiting.

Charmaine Chircop October 26, 2014 at 6:08 PM There is nothing more beautiful than great food ,and mostly good company.An entertaining poem indeed. Richard Lamoureux October 26, 2014 at 6:14 PM Thanks Charmaine, in this case both the food and the company shone brightly.