Richard Lamoureux Poet Quatrain

Growing Young

Another year older
Yet I feel just the same
Except my hair's turned greyer
and my knees are getting lame

I once had buns of steel
My mind was like a trap
But now that I am older
I don't put up with any crap

Sure my bod is sagging
I've got bags under my eyes
I webble and I wobble
There is jello in my thighs

yet I am not daunted 
Imagination is my friend
I stay away from all the mirrors
Enjoying my land of pretend

For if there is no reflection
The world is sure rosy red
I live the life of Riley
From morning till I go to bed

For within my mental landscape
I live an adventure every day
I ain't really getting older
I'm to busy enjoying  my play

So if you don't mind my foolish
Come join me in the land of joy
Where you can be like a teenager
and I can be a silly boy!

Thanks for all the Birthday greetings!

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Andrea Dietrich September 16, 2015 at 10:30 PM Did I ever wish you happy birthday at my bog or in a comment? I sure hope I did! Richard Lamoureux September 17, 2015 at 12:56 AM Yep you did Andrea.

Andrea Dietrich September 16, 2015 at 10:30 PM In answer to what you said down here, yes, I know. Things work out!! WEll, for us they always have, I dread the day when they don't! Richard Lamoureux September 17, 2015 at 12:55 AM No sense to dread what is likely to never happen.

Rainbow Promise September 14, 2015 at 10:56 AM Without realizing it, you went right into the future, a time 'where men (humankind) will Never grow old'. I enjoyed the Energy and truth in this poem. Best wishes. Richard Lamoureux September 14, 2015 at 1:32 PM I am expecting to be their soon in a long time from now.

Eric Boddie September 11, 2015 at 6:56 PM didn't know it was your anniversary young man....a round of applause for your pen, that was really grand....and I say anniversary because most are only Born once....I Pray That I Have Been Born Again after all those youthful stunts....I hope enjoy(ed) your day.... Richard Lamoureux September 11, 2015 at 7:40 PM Thanks Eric.;0)

Etienne Lariviere September 11, 2015 at 2:54 PM Bon anniversaire mon ami :) a bientot Richard Lamoureux September 11, 2015 at 3:18 PM Merci Mon Ami!

Poet Tacito September 11, 2015 at 10:28 AM DUDE, holy crap, happy belated!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D I concur w/Nette: Forever young! :D Richard Lamoureux September 11, 2015 at 11:19 AM Thanks Drake!

Andrea Dietrich September 10, 2015 at 10:21 PM you lucky guy with retirement coming up . Joe and I will never see that day, and his crappy company just cut his hours in half . I pray we make it thru winter ok till he can do more side jobs with his bobcat!! Richard Lamoureux September 11, 2015 at 11:20 AM Things have a way of working out Andrea.

Nette Onclaud September 10, 2015 at 1:00 AM you are forever young, rich... sweet birthday wishes and huggs Richard Lamoureux September 10, 2015 at 7:01 AM Thanks Nette.;0)

Catherine Labeau September 9, 2015 at 2:14 PM virgo friend no bag under my eyes only the right one as my face was reconstructed after a mugging. four metal plates I have a great smile and not a white hair yet and love mirrors to look at the soul of a sexagenarian serenity Richard Lamoureux September 9, 2015 at 2:56 PM Glad you are now well, sorry to hear about the injury.

Eileen Manassian September 9, 2015 at 10:15 AM You're looking good to me.....leaving in the morning. Please get back to your blog if you can.....lots more have posted. Hugs Richard Lamoureux September 9, 2015 at 2:58 PM Yes I dropped by and responded to everyone. Thanks again Eileen, you are so thoughtful. Have fun in Greece you lucky ducky!

Casarah Nance September 9, 2015 at 6:15 AM This was very fun! I love your outlook and energy...:) Richard Lamoureux September 9, 2015 at 8:38 AM Thanks Casarah. Hugs Rick.

Lewis Nyaga September 9, 2015 at 5:59 AM A great piece on ageing gracefully, age is in the mind i have heard said, youth is a perspective*******Blessings Richard Lamoureux September 9, 2015 at 8:39 AM Thanks Lewis!;0)

Ravi Sathasivam September 9, 2015 at 2:39 AM Excellent poem about reflection. Well penned. Enjoyed reading it. Thanks for sharing it. Richard Lamoureux September 9, 2015 at 8:40 AM My pleasure Ravi, thanks for visiting and commenting.

Andrea Dietrich September 8, 2015 at 11:32 PM GREAT birthday poem, Richard. TEll me how old you are again, because the way you are telling this, it seems like a retired guy writing it! (lucky you if you ARE retired . Maybe you retired young. What i fear most is that I won't ever get to retire at all!) and I sure would love more play time!! Richard Lamoureux September 9, 2015 at 12:20 AM 54 and pretty active, fortunately my body hasn't let me down so far. This is just my attempt at humour. I really don't feel my age and I hope that lasts for many more years. Richard Lamoureux September 9, 2015 at 12:20 AM Retirement in three more years.

Arthur Vaso September 8, 2015 at 6:50 PM and..... HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!! Any one born is September is King or Queen as far as I am concerned!!!! :) Arthur Vaso September 8, 2015 at 6:58 PM LOL well meant for Queen for the ladies!!!!!! Richard Lamoureux September 8, 2015 at 6:55 PM Ha ha, I'll choose King if it's okay with you.

Arthur Vaso September 8, 2015 at 6:49 PM I have a test that never fails, I can tell someones age and if they are Scottish, by 1 trip to McDonald's! Order 1 small coffee, if they charge you only 1.00, you are old, and if your not old, and your not quite so insulted then your Scottish cause you just saved 50c!!

Heather Ober September 8, 2015 at 12:43 PM "There is jello in my thighs" - love that line! Such a fun poem, Rick. Happy Birthday!! Richard Lamoureux September 8, 2015 at 6:37 PM Thanks Heather, it has been a great birthday weekend.

Michael Tor September 8, 2015 at 10:55 AM Hey hey hey as fat Albert used to say. Happiest birthday to you... Your picture says your thirty but your funny clever write says your... no comment. LOL. Enjoy your day Richard. Blessings on your birthday... Richard Lamoureux September 8, 2015 at 6:38 PM Thanks Michael.

Tim Smith September 8, 2015 at 10:29 AM Keep playing my friend. Be silly, enjoy each and every moment. Smile Richard Lamoureux September 8, 2015 at 6:38 PM Works for me!

Mama Bear September 8, 2015 at 9:40 AM There may be many wishes but your Mother has the best wishes for you. May all your days be better than the last. Much love Mom See you soon Richard Lamoureux September 8, 2015 at 6:40 PM Sounds good to me mom, love ya!