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Take this mind and make it clean Wash away the things I've seen From a screen, violence and death Pixels glow yet have no breath Bodies entwined wearing no clothes My soul enticed, as it follows The things I want that are displayed The better me I'd gladly trade Images displayed, reach real deep Turn me a man into a sheep What enters my temple I control Reducing damage to my soul A small whisper, I hear God's voice "Having a clean mind is your choice." So my choice is to read instead Words from scripture become my bread

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Monterey Sirak

Date: 12/24/2013 7:34:00 AM

So true! God gives us the freedom of choice, and it is up to us to make the right ones. Merry Christmas my friend. I am spending this morning catching up on your wonderful poetry. What a great way to start the day! Who needs Wheaties when you have words?

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/24/2013 9:24:00 AM

Ha ha good one, words certainly have more flavor than wheaties. Merry Christmas to you as well,

Just That Archaic Poet

Date: 12/20/2013 5:05:00 AM

You know I'm not religious by any means, but you always manage to capture me with your spiritual pieces. I always take away something positive, and I enjoy that about your work: I always walk away with a gem of knowledge and appreciation, and lastly, a smile. Great poem, my friend :)

Just That Archaic Poet
Date: 12/20/2013 10:21:00 AM

I feel the exact same way. I'm not religious, as you know, but I have a strong faith in God also and have a relationship with Him that makes me happy :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/20/2013 8:04:00 AM

I don't consider myself religious, I am fortunate to have a relationship with the living God. It beats going through the troubles in my life alone. He has never let me down and I never have to worry about him leaving me.

Vesna Kovrlija

Date: 12/19/2013 4:00:00 AM

Your choice is an excellent one, just like your poem.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/19/2013 7:02:00 AM

Thanks Vesna.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 12/18/2013 2:57:00 PM

Yes......I concur with Bindu and Drake on my favorite line. The whole piece is food for thought. Thanks for sharing, Richard.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/18/2013 4:32:00 PM

Thanks Eileen.

Roger Horsch

Date: 12/18/2013 9:58:00 AM

Now this is a well written poem Richard, I really enjoyed it....Roger

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/18/2013 10:11:00 AM

Thanks again Roger.

Mark Peterson

Date: 12/18/2013 1:08:00 AM

Words that ought always to be heeded, Richard. I'll be reflecting on your message tonight.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/18/2013 7:48:00 AM

Thanks Mark, I will check out your work.

Richard D Seal

Date: 12/17/2013 7:19:00 PM

Too right Rick, we shouldn't take what we see on the gogglebox to seriously, try to remember it's just entertainment, though I use that term loosely haha. Take care, Richard

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/18/2013 7:46:00 AM

You take care as well. Goggle box, I like it!

Sara Kendrick

Date: 12/17/2013 1:22:00 PM

He is the Bread of Life and The Living Water..Enjoyed reading your work..Speaks of truth..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/17/2013 1:31:00 PM

My Pleasure Sarah.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 12/17/2013 12:33:00 PM

- Thanks for all the beautiful poems you have shared with me this year, Richard ! - I wish you a beautiful and peaceful Christmas! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/17/2013 1:10:00 PM

Thanks for all your kind and thoughtful visits throughout the last year. Merry Christmas to you as well.

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 12/17/2013 9:34:00 AM

It is not always possible to save ourselves cause we are human ..fragile and weak..But yes through the power of God We can do anything We re not able to do on our own.All We have to do is choose the right choice..not easy..but yes We re not on our own.Very profound Rchard.Excellent thoughts penned.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/17/2013 9:51:00 AM

Thanks Charmaine. Fortunately we do not have to rely on our own strength.

Poet Tacito

Date: 12/17/2013 9:09:00 AM

Damn. Amen to this! "Pixels glow, yet have no breath"...strong, strong line!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/17/2013 9:21:00 AM

Thanks Drake, have you read my Clerihew Soup poem?

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 12/17/2013 8:39:00 AM

The true spirit on being cleared of all vices, Richard

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/17/2013 9:21:00 AM

Thanks Dr. Ram.