Richard Lamoureux Poet Rhyme

Gifts of Reflection

The Angels have come
to take me away
The only hug I can give
are the words I write today
In my shaking hand
They've placed a golden pen
So I ponder my past
my here now and then

What words of wisdom 
do I have to impart?
At this final moment 
I wish to express my whole heart
When you find your soul is aching 
and you're far from okay
One gift I can offer
is to learn how to pray
For nothing is as bad 
as often it seems
Although life has tearful moments
you must cling to your dreams

Cry when you need to
don't keep emotions trapped inside
Happiness needs growing space 
It's blocked by what we hide
Let tears cleanse your spirit
loss and love makes you whole
Don't avoid your sadness
it strengthens the soul

Nothing is forever
so take many chances
Each stage in your life
is a collection of dances
Breathe in every moment
give more than you get
For when your Angels come 
you won’t have any regret




For Anthony Biaanco’s Gifts Contest

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Freddie Robinson Jr. August 14, 2020 at 3:46 AM I agree w/FJ ... words can't aptly express how your poems kindle kinetic emotions of quantum bliss, Richard. You have such a transcendent spirit, as oft revealed in your illuminating ink. Such a beautiful, prismatic poem, my dear friend. Love and more love always. Richard Lamoureux August 14, 2020 at 6:02 AM Your response is a poem Freddie. Thanks for your visit.

Sunlite Wanter July 29, 2020 at 7:44 AM Absolutely lovely and personal. A fav. Most certainly belongs in the top 100 and higher. Richard Lamoureux July 29, 2020 at 7:55 AM Thanks, you are kind.

Frances Byrne July 28, 2020 at 8:21 AM Beautiful Richard Lamoureux July 29, 2020 at 7:55 AM Thanks Frances!

FJ Thomas July 26, 2020 at 2:43 PM Sometimes I know saying "your poem is amazing" falls very short of how I really feel, there just aren't words to express sometimes. You, Richard Lamoureux, have a true and deep talent. I am very sorry I was not on in time to join your contest. Richard Lamoureux July 29, 2020 at 7:56 AM Your comment made my day. Hugs Rick.

Jennifer Proxenos July 25, 2020 at 11:00 PM Hi Rchard, Great poem as always, please go to soupmail. Blessings, Jennifer. Richard Lamoureux July 26, 2020 at 7:03 AM Thanks Jennifer. ;0)

Vladislav Raven July 23, 2020 at 6:39 AM Hi Richard, another poerful write from your golden pen. What reflections flow down the page. This is a fantastic write my friend, I love the content. I am so glad that I dropped by this piece today, my friend. This one, I just have to fav. Have a wonderful Thursday. Blessings....Mike.

Gordon Mcconnell July 17, 2020 at 2:10 PM A rather fine piece written so well Richard, hope all is well with you these days, Blessings always,Gordon

Michael Tor July 12, 2020 at 8:36 AM Inspiring Richard. Wonderful advice. A favorite for me my friend. Hope you are well, through these times. God bless you... Richard Lamoureux July 13, 2020 at 8:11 AM Thanks so much Michael.

Andrea Dietrich July 11, 2020 at 2:47 PM This is such a thoughtful poem, Richard. I hope to see you writing more again. I can understand your telling Silent One that you are focusing on other things now. Richard Lamoureux July 11, 2020 at 11:42 PM Thanks for the visit Andrea. Hugs Rick.

Silent One July 11, 2020 at 7:54 AM Richard, have you lost your pen? Richard Lamoureux July 11, 2020 at 12:54 PM Concentrating on other things at the moment.

Jennifer Proxenos July 9, 2020 at 11:06 AM Hi Richard - hope you are well, thought I would enter another comment and mention that this write is fantastic. Blessings, Jennifer. Richard Lamoureux July 10, 2020 at 9:08 AM Thanks Jennifer.

John Hamilton July 6, 2020 at 3:41 PM What a beautiful rhyme Rick, a lot of truth and wisdom in this write! Richard Lamoureux July 10, 2020 at 9:09 AM Thanks a John.

Regina Mcintosh July 5, 2020 at 3:12 PM I do so love this and it's definitely a fave. Thank you for your words and shared gift :) Richard Lamoureux July 10, 2020 at 9:11 AM Thanks Regina.

Eileen Manassian July 1, 2020 at 6:07 AM Where are you? Richard Lamoureux July 10, 2020 at 9:12 AM Thanks for your visit. Hugs a Rick.

Brandy Nicole June 26, 2020 at 7:12 PM There is so much truth within. "learn how to pray" I completely agree my dear friend. The end holds me so close. "When your Angels come, you won’t have any regret" Your thoughts caress gently around my heart. I wish to place this in my favorites. Hugs, Brandy Richard Lamoureux June 26, 2020 at 8:37 PM Awww thanks Brandy, hugs Rick.

Funom Makama June 25, 2020 at 4:02 PM Amazing write, so amazing. I wish you the best of luck in the contest. Great pen here. Richard Lamoureux June 26, 2020 at 8:58 AM Thanks Funom. ;0)

Gershon Wolf June 23, 2020 at 8:58 PM I sneaked a peak to see which contest this was for, b/c if it wasn't for a contest, I was going to immediately create one! Bravo, Richard. Your usual impeccably high standard has been upheld once again. Thanks, Gershon Richard Lamoureux June 26, 2020 at 8:59 AM You are kind. ;0)

Silent One June 23, 2020 at 5:00 PM Each stage of your life is a collection of dances...A philosophical poem, full of ponderings and wisdom .. Richard Lamoureux June 26, 2020 at 10:08 AM Thanks Silent.:0)

Rashi Soni June 23, 2020 at 9:30 AM No words. Best of luck in the contest. Rashi :) Richard Lamoureux June 23, 2020 at 9:33 AM Thanks Rashi.

Richard Palmer June 23, 2020 at 9:19 AM I love the rhymes,great write bro,gonna be a banger in the contest,i'm back, just checking up on you old friends see you,ll keep the SOUP boiling Richard Lamoureux June 23, 2020 at 9:26 AM Thanks and welcome back Richard. ;0)

Jennifer Proxenos June 22, 2020 at 2:06 PM Love, love, love this write especially the last verses - wow Rick 'Let tears cleanse your spirit, loss and love makes you whole, Don't avoid your sadness, it strengthens the soul - your poems are a cornerstone on poetry soup! AWESOME! Hugs and Blessings, Jennifer. Richard Lamoureux June 23, 2020 at 9:27 AM Thanks for the visit hug and blessing Jennifer.;0)

Joanna Daniel June 22, 2020 at 6:11 AM Such inspiring words you have here, Richard, very well penned:) Richard Lamoureux June 22, 2020 at 7:52 AM Thanks Jo. ;0)

Christopher Flaherty June 21, 2020 at 9:55 PM Like it Richard Life is fleeting 1 Life Live It Well Don't waste it Don't regret it Earn death's respect Richard Lamoureux June 22, 2020 at 7:53 AM I like that Chris. ;0)

Arturo Michael June 21, 2020 at 9:23 AM Words of wisdom...enjoyed the read...an inspirational indeed Richard Lamoureux June 22, 2020 at 8:02 AM Thanks Arturo.

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders June 20, 2020 at 11:03 PM Beautiful words of wisdom! Your poem reminds me of the song "I Hope You Dance", a wonderful reminder to live life to the fullest, and I love the third stanza about crying. It's so important to teach our kids that they shouldn't be ashamed to cry, especially our boys who are often taught they should be tough. Thanks for sharing. Blessings, Rhonda xx Richard Lamoureux June 21, 2020 at 7:50 AM What a thoughtful response. Thanks Rhonda, hugs Rick.

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