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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

Date: 9/16/2015 10:30:00 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
Date: 9/17/2015 12:55:00 AM

No sense to dread what is likely to never happen.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/16/2015 10:30:00 PM

Did I ever wish you happy birthday at my bog or in a comment? I sure hope I did!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/17/2015 12:56:00 AM

Yep you did Andrea.

Rainbow Promise

Date: 9/14/2015 10:56:00 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
Date: 9/14/2015 1:32:00 PM

I am expecting to be their soon in a long time from now.

Eric Boddie

Date: 9/11/2015 6:56:00 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
Date: 9/11/2015 7:40:00 PM

Thanks Eric.;0)

Etienne Lariviere

Date: 9/11/2015 2:54:00 PM

Bon anniversaire mon ami :) a bientot

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/11/2015 3:18:00 PM

Merci Mon Ami!

Poet Tacito

Date: 9/11/2015 10:28:00 AM

DUDE, holy crap, happy belated!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D I concur w/Nette: Forever young! :D

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/11/2015 11:19:00 AM

Thanks Drake!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/10/2015 10:21:00 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
Date: 9/11/2015 11:20:00 AM

Things have a way of working out Andrea.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 9/10/2015 1:00:00 AM

you are forever young, rich... sweet birthday wishes and huggs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/10/2015 7:01:00 AM

Thanks Nette.;0)

Catherine Labeau

Date: 9/9/2015 2:14:00 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
Date: 9/9/2015 2:56:00 PM

Glad you are now well, sorry to hear about the injury.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 9/9/2015 10:15:00 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
Date: 9/9/2015 2:58:00 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

Date: 9/9/2015 6:15:00 AM

This was very fun! I love your outlook and energy...:)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/9/2015 8:38:00 AM

Thanks Casarah. Hugs Rick.

Lewis Nyaga

Date: 9/9/2015 5:59:00 AM

A great piece on ageing gracefully, age is in the mind i have heard said, youth is a perspective*******Blessings

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/9/2015 8:39:00 AM

Thanks Lewis!;0)

Ravi Sathasivam

Date: 9/9/2015 2:39:00 AM

Excellent poem about reflection. Well penned. Enjoyed reading it. Thanks for sharing it.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/9/2015 8:40:00 AM

My pleasure Ravi, thanks for visiting and commenting.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/8/2015 11:32:00 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
Date: 9/9/2015 12:20:00 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
Date: 9/9/2015 12:20:00 AM

Retirement in three more years.

Arthur Vaso

Date: 9/8/2015 6:50:00 PM

and..... HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!! Any one born is September is King or Queen as far as I am concerned!!!! :)

Arthur Vaso
Date: 9/8/2015 6:58:00 PM

LOL well meant for Queen for the ladies!!!!!!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/8/2015 6:55:00 PM

Ha ha, I'll choose King if it's okay with you.

Arthur Vaso

Date: 9/8/2015 6:49:00 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

Date: 9/8/2015 12:43:00 PM

"There is jello in my thighs" - love that line! Such a fun poem, Rick. Happy Birthday!!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/8/2015 6:37:00 PM

Thanks Heather, it has been a great birthday weekend.

Michael Tor

Date: 9/8/2015 10:55:00 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
Date: 9/8/2015 6:38:00 PM

Thanks Michael.

Tim Smith

Date: 9/8/2015 10:29:00 AM

Keep playing my friend. Be silly, enjoy each and every moment. Smile

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/8/2015 6:38:00 PM

Works for me!

Mama Bear

Date: 9/8/2015 9:40:00 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
Date: 9/8/2015 6:40:00 PM

Sounds good to me mom, love ya!