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Contortionists Test

I enjoyed wrapping my mind around his words Stretching my thinking At times coming unglued Reaching towards oblivion While keeping my feet in multiple worlds Standing on sinking ground While leaning on granites precious solidity The substance of imaginations inconsistencies Tugging on the heart strings of a well played heart Wondering along the pathway of dreams long held at arms length Hoping to understand Taking that backward look while moving forward and upward Words are his gift Dropped like psychedelic bombs Ripping at the fabric of convention Pain wrapped in sheepskin Joy pushed through pencils point Leaving me in awe Dancing and stretching along Bouncing against his liquid walls Till I come out the other side Understanding Landing Blessed More than I was before Yet part of myself Stays behind Trying to catch my breath Dedicated to Drake Submitted to Debbie's Guzzi's Referential Contest "Closer" By Chris Aechtner reminded me of Drakes Work and Drakes unusual word combinations thus inspiring the above piece.

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Skat A

Date: 7/18/2013 10:11:00 PM

Richard, Nice to see you on Debbie Guzzi, winning list...... Congratulations! Hugs* SKAT

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/19/2013 6:22:00 AM

Thanks SKAT

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 7/18/2013 2:44:00 PM

Can't wait to see what Chris thinks of all the writing his write has inspired [so far no Chris :(] Congrad's on your fine work winning! Light & Love

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/19/2013 6:22:00 AM

Thanks Debbie, I am glad you enjoyed it.

Tim Ryerson

Date: 7/17/2013 5:00:00 AM

Now this is one of the best poems I have seen by you Richard...'Pain wrapped in sheepskin'...WOW...Great tribute to a very fine poet just like yourself sir - Tim

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/17/2013 6:20:00 AM

Thanks Tim, I had fun writing this one.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/8/2013 2:31:00 PM

wow, you really emulated his style very well. I was thinking, this does not really sound like Craig, and now I know why!! Very good. I know debs will be pleased with this entry.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/9/2013 8:34:00 AM

Thanks Andrea

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 7/7/2013 2:58:00 PM

He is an amazing writer..One of my favourite poets and favourite friends..He inspires me a lot too.and am lucky to be able to read his work on ps.Did you hear his last poem on the show?I enjoyed reading your poem above..Its awesome..especially the first line..Your words got me wrapped up too with blessings and gratitude to have you amongst us.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/7/2013 6:48:00 PM

Thanks Charmaine, blessings are always great.

Kim Van Breda

Date: 7/7/2013 1:33:00 PM

I Love Drake's work too. You have really done an excellent job of applauding him in this 'masterpiece' in its own right. Well done.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/7/2013 6:50:00 PM

Thanks Kim that is a very sweet thing to say.

Karen Anglesey

Date: 7/7/2013 11:48:00 AM

Your striking word combinations are brilliant as well. A very fine tribute to a very fine poet. Fantastic lines "Joy pushed through pencils point Leaving me in awe.. Surely a winner in any contest :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/7/2013 12:29:00 PM

Thanks Karen;0)

Colleen Bono

Date: 7/7/2013 10:51:00 AM

sounds very complicated.Love Colleen

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/7/2013 12:30:00 PM

Good morning Colleen

Nette Onclaud

Date: 7/7/2013 10:44:00 AM

yeahhh, the movement is subtle yet strong... your imagery is simply stunning in its ebb and flow. The last stanza is a singular act of boldness, richard... a very fine poem!..:) huggs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/7/2013 12:31:00 PM

Good morning and thanks for this lovely comment.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 7/7/2013 8:02:00 AM

Knew who it was for from the title! Great great great work, Richard. You amaze. His work does take me places too...How sweet of you!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/7/2013 1:32:00 PM

;0)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/7/2013 8:18:00 AM

Yes...I noticed. You succeeded....I had to stop now and again to double check...granites precious solidity...Yes...you did well. :-D I can't....great Drake style, Richard.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/7/2013 8:06:00 AM

Thanks Eileen I should call this form Drake Style I tried to capture a bit of his essence in this piece.

Poet Tacito

Date: 7/7/2013 7:53:00 AM

RICHARD! Holy crap!!! =) I woke up not 20 minutes ago and then I read this. What a start to my day!!!! This is what it's all about my poets: Inspiring just one reader of your work. You do that, mission accomplished! I am so deeply grateful for this poem. This made me smile ear to ear! I won't forget this. Such powerful lines! *Standing Ovation*

Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/9/2013 2:29:00 AM

The title...cause Richard had writing something to that effect in a post on your poem...the contortionist bit. I knew it must be you from that reference from his post....

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/7/2013 8:08:00 AM

My pleasure drake, your reaction has caused me to smile ear to ear as well. I guess smiles are contagious.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/7/2013 8:01:00 AM

Beat me to it, Drake. I read it before you did and was wondering when you'd see it! I KNEW from the title it was for you! :) Glad you posted first. I knew you'd love it! :)