Far More Than Friends

I thought and I thought
I thought and I thunk
so very much thinking
My thoughts made me drunk

My friends are great friends
Friends that are friendly and true
They are far more than friends
These lovely friends one and two

They're considerately considerate 
They consider what they do
By considering the possibilities 
It's consideration that makes them true

What confuses is confusing
Nothing seem to confuse them  all
When I'm feeling confused
It's those friends who I call

Depend on the dependable 
Depending on if it's true 
If the friends you depend on
Can also depend on you

Being kind brings out kindness
My kindly friends always do
The very best kind of friends
make you happy not blue

True givers are a gift
It's a gift to spend time with them
The gift that keeps on giving
Over and over again.

So thinking turns to thanking
Thanks for all they have done
thoughts and a heartfelt thank youse
For being kind and such great fun


Dedicated to our friends Al and Jay who's kindness and friendship mean the world to us. I lack the words to adequately express our appreciation. So I gift this bit of silly as a token of our affection. You are truly special people and have been God sent into our lives. Al and Jay you are loved.


Merry Christmas 2016
Rick and Mary
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U.D Palawon  Avatar
January 2, 2017 at 10:32 AM
Great way of paying tribute to your friends. Well done. :)
Lamoureux Avatar
January 2, 2017 at 2:00 PM
Thanks Sunita, Happy New Year.
White Avatar
January 1, 2017 at 11:25 PM
This is such a great friendship poem, and so much affection that the words tumble all over each other to find a way out :) I bet they loved it.
Lamoureux Avatar
January 2, 2017 at 9:53 AM
Good morning Darren. I hope you had an enjoyable New Years. Thanks for visiting. Yes my friends enjoyed this piece.
Teagan Avatar
December 28, 2016 at 8:33 PM
Very sweet tribute to friendship, Rick. ok I have to admit, it kind of sounds like you've had one too many champagnes (I almost expected a hiccup) with all the humor in repetitive words lol but, it is so cute and such a sweet friendship poem, I wouldn't change a thing. Lucky are all of you, to have each other. hugs
Lamoureux Avatar
January 2, 2017 at 9:54 AM
Hi Becca, happy New Year. Yes I feel very fortunate to have such good friends.
Manassian Avatar
December 24, 2016 at 6:50 PM
Awwwwww.....how sweet! I love how each stanza takes a word and explores it in different ways...with a touch of humor. Any friend of yours is fortunate. :) Merry Christmas....God bless you and Mary and your home to be. Hugs
Lamoureux Avatar
January 2, 2017 at 9:56 AM
Hi Eileen, I feel the same about you. Thanks for the blessing. Hugs Rick.
B. Avatar
December 24, 2016 at 10:44 AM
Love the creative tribute for your friends. It truly is a gift to have wonderful friends in our lives. Merry Christmas Richard.
Lamoureux Avatar
January 2, 2017 at 9:57 AM
I agree, Happy New Year.
Callus Avatar
December 24, 2016 at 8:41 AM
A creative take on delivering a lovely tribute, Richard. True friends are not easy to come by! ~ Wishing you and your loved ones a truly happy and blessed Christmas....and all the best for 2017!! // paul
Lamoureux Avatar
December 24, 2016 at 8:47 AM
Thanks Paul. A truly white Christmas here. We had another big snowfall last night. I'm glad we don't have to travel this year.
Chircop Avatar
December 24, 2016 at 6:18 AM
Merry Christmas to you and those close to you my good friend.
Lamoureux Avatar
December 24, 2016 at 8:47 AM
Thanks Charmaine, you are appreciated.
Vaso Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 10:08 PM
I thunk I really like this!!! I thunk is great! Now I will get to my thoughts, the drunk ones!! :) Loved this poem Richard, I am sure your friends will really appreciate it! Merry Christmas!!
Lamoureux Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 10:15 PM
Thanks Arthur.;0)
Dietrich Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 7:14 PM
I really liked this style you were using, I thought you were starting with a Dr. Seuss type poem and then saw it was all about your gratitude for these two wonderful friends. Merry Xmas, RIchard. You rock.
Lamoureux Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 7:55 PM
Thanks Andrea, it does have a Sues esque feel to it.
Onclaud Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 3:47 PM
friendship is golden.. love your wordplay, rick.. huggs
Lamoureux Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 7:55 PM
Thanks Nette, Hugs Rick.
Andresen Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 8:54 AM
- Friendship is worth more than gold - a lovely poem, Richard - Best wishes for a peaceful and beautiful Christmas to you and your loved ones - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Lamoureux Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 9:03 AM
Hugs back.;0)
Robinson Jr. Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 1:26 AM
Very loving and classy poem, Richard. Great shout out to your true friends. I love the flow and vibe of this poem. It's little like a modern Nursery rhyme poem for grownups. Very cool. Ty for breaking out your holiday muse. So enlightening this poem is. I loved it. Many blessings of love and peace to you and yours, my poetic friend. RW
Lamoureux Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 8:37 AM
Thanks for the shout out to my friends. This was fun to write, I'm pleased you enjoyed it Freddie.
Bear Avatar
December 21, 2016 at 9:15 AM
You have been blessed to have this kind of friendship with a couple Sometimes you can have this type of friendship with one of the couple but to have both How wonderful You are fortunate to have them in your lives May you all keep this friendship for the rest of your lives It is a once in a life time happening Love Mom
Lamoureux Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 8:38 AM
We are indeed blessed mom. We will cherish the relationship. Love Rick.
Smith Avatar
December 20, 2016 at 4:11 PM
This is good Richard...they sound like great friends.
Lamoureux Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 8:39 AM
They are, thanks for the visit Tim.
A   Avatar
December 20, 2016 at 1:24 PM
WOW< Drunk from thinking, I like that, Richard, a great message. Thank you for sharing your heart with friendship today. Hope you are well, LINDA
Lamoureux Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 8:39 AM
Thanks Linda. Hugs Rick
Nance Avatar
December 20, 2016 at 12:20 PM
very sweet
Lamoureux Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 8:40 AM
Thanks Casarah, hugs!
Chircop Avatar
December 20, 2016 at 11:52 AM
Lovely poem to your friends.Indeed friendship is a treasure so precious and rare.I take this opportunity to thankyou for being a kind friend..: )
Lamoureux Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 8:41 AM
Thanks Charmaine, sorry for the late reply.
Turner Avatar
December 20, 2016 at 9:45 AM
What a wonderful friendship poem, Richard. You sir are a true poet. I love this poem:)
Lamoureux Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 8:41 AM
Thanks Daniel, thanks for being the first to visit.
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