Richard Lamoureux Poet Quatrain

Elastic Ice

I feel a searing chill in my bones
as they painfully turn to black ice
Under the weight of my loneliness
I fear there's an ultimate price

Will I witness my own demise
As cracks appear under this weight
The thought of an endless sadness
as I am doomed to a horrible fate

I look out to the red horizon
On the beach a pail made of plastic
I pray to find a similar strength 
a soul that is much more elastic 

With each and every laboured step
too numerous for me to number
Slowly the walk becomes easier
Perhaps I am turning to rubber

Feelings they bounce in my mind
and yes they do make me shake
although there's vibration in my soul
this elastic heart will never break!



Dedicated to Armand. The poem was inspired by a comment I left on his poem "Of Three States of Mind an intricate weave". Do read his poem it is masterfully written.

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Freddie Robinson Jr. November 14, 2017 at 10:41 AM Powerful spiritual truths this poem bespeaks, Richard. An unbreakable spirit is true grit. Incisive, sharp double-edged poetry. Let your glittering pen sword slay the darkness always. Love and peace forever.

Funom Makama March 6, 2017 at 11:06 AM This is wonderful. you have once again produced another masterpiece which is a true testament of your reputation in this wonderful community. Thanks a lot for the share.

Eileen Manassian February 11, 2017 at 5:43 PM Don't ever break...

Judy Ball February 7, 2017 at 9:24 AM WoW Richard. What a wonderful piece this is. So much feeling and emotion. Can't say enough good things about it. Must read Armand's poem. Thanks for the heads up. God Bless and a 7 from me. JB

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders February 6, 2017 at 11:43 AM A powerful write, Richard! I must go back and read Armand's poem. I do love his writing g and yours...L&B, Rhonda

Daniel Turner February 6, 2017 at 10:17 AM Basic instinct drives us to survival. Perseverance drives us to success! Deep write, Richard and I have read his poem:)

Maurice Yvonne February 6, 2017 at 9:13 AM Thank you Richard. This is a brilliant write. Very impressive. A Fav of course!

Demetrios Trifiatis February 5, 2017 at 3:38 PM Another good poem of yours filled with sublime messages dear, Richard!

Wendy Rycroft February 5, 2017 at 3:11 PM Great poem Richard x Rubber never fades x lasts forever x

Paul Callus February 5, 2017 at 12:57 PM Yes, Richard, I can see the relationship that exists between his poem and yours. However hard life treats us, we must never give up. Regards // paul

Tim Smith February 5, 2017 at 11:38 AM I love this Richard...loneliness is a heavy burden for anyone to carry...a terrific tribute to Armand and his beautiful poem...a fav

Carol B. February 5, 2017 at 11:35 AM Wow! I love the positive ending. Life sure can be tough for so many. Great poem. Having a strong heart and will certainly helps us persevere. Very nice dedication to Armand's poem.