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Human Hands

I was there
To usher you into this world
Mine were the hands that cradled your little body
The face that beamed in your presence
My hands were ready to catch you when you took those first steps
I celebrated your first words
Your smile spread across my lips

When others put you down
I was the friend who stayed by your side
You were never alone
My ears
My heart
They were filled with compassion
I held your hand during your darkest hour

Mine were the shoulders 
The ones strong enough to hold you
They lifted you above the deep waters
Helping you to see beyond your own borders
You realized 
You dreamed of new possibilities

My hands painted the pictures
I sang the songs
Built the buildings
Knitted the clothing that warmed you
Toiled in the fields
I was in even the smallest detail
You are that important to me

I was the teacher
The grandparent
Mom
Sometimes dad
The friend
Your wife
The stranger who came along beside you
The applause as you walked across life's stage
I was every encouraging word
I was
I am
The light 
The Love
The realization of who you are meant to be
I am your God
I chose to touch you with human hands

Copyright © Richard Lamoureux | Year Posted 2014

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P.S. Awtry Date: 7/21/2019 7:12:00 PM Richard this is beautiful. A revelation. I believe that when we meet Him face to face we will recognize His smile. :) Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 7/21/2019 9:08:00 PM I believe you are right. Thanks for looking up this piece.

Maxie Macdonald Date: 7/2/2018 1:17:00 AM Really nicely written Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 7/2/2018 8:43:00 AM Thanks.

Carole Duet Date: 5/29/2018 2:14:00 PM Yes, Paul, this is beautiful. Very philosophical. Thank you for telling me. A FAV for sure. Login to Reply

Peter Walsh Date: 6/8/2016 8:06:00 AM Beautiful piece Richard....poetry comes easy to you ... love this one! A7 Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/29/2018 2:29:00 PM A belated thanks Peter.

Charmaine Chircop Date: 3/8/2015 10:50:00 AM Goosebumps and more goosebumps..Amen is all I could add.We seem to see God with the same glasses Rick.Afavourite!. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 3/8/2015 11:02:00 AM Thanks sweet one.

Demetrios Trifiatis Date: 2/2/2015 7:03:00 AM Absolutely divine, dear Friend, Richard! Have written similar poems. God bless you! Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 2/2/2015 9:40:00 AM Thanks for the kind blessing. I am not surprised you have written similar poems for we are both drinking from the same creative source. God is good! Blessings to you as well my friend.

Darlene Gifford Date: 9/18/2014 10:32:00 AM Richard, this poem of yours deserves to be recognized with high honors. Let me add my congrats to your win. It's so true that God uses our hands to touch others. Just as He uses our voice, our ears, our feet, etc. in His service. We, so to speak, are His work force. And I praise Him for allowing us to serve in any way He can use us. Blessings, and I'm so happy to meet another Christian here. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 9/19/2014 8:46:00 AM The pleasure is mine Darlene, thanks for all the visits.

Pernell Rodocker Date: 5/25/2014 11:54:00 AM Very touching read! As we grow older we realize how much of our lives is really touched by God... I can't post one of my poems here. They say it is to long... It is called, "Why Do You Love Me"... allpoetry dot com / pernellrodocker... I think you would like it... PR Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 9/19/2014 8:56:00 AM Hi Pernell, sorry I am just reading this response, somehow I missed it. I found your poem, it is beautiful. I don't know why God Loves us so but I am so thankful He does.

Faye Gibson Date: 5/18/2014 4:37:00 PM Thanks for sharing this poem with me, Richard. It has been so gratifying to find other believers on Poetry Soup. We must share the light. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/19/2014 8:37:00 AM Yes we must. Poetry is a wonderful way to share, it can be a gentle way to expess and share our experience.

Toquyen Harrell Date: 4/17/2014 10:45:00 AM Yes! He is working through all of us. We are the many faces of God. I love this, Rick :) Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 4/17/2014 10:46:00 AM Thanks Toquyen.

Ivor Kos Date: 4/14/2014 12:41:00 PM I love how the thoughts and ideas are conveyed here. and Thank you for sharing your opinions on my writings. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 4/14/2014 12:53:00 PM It was my pleasure Ivo.

Kelly Deschler Date: 4/10/2014 11:14:00 PM Very beautifully expressed, Richard. I really enjoyed reading your winning poem tonight. Congratulations to you, as well! :) Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 4/11/2014 9:01:00 AM Thanks Kelly.

Joseph May Date: 4/10/2014 7:01:00 AM Very nice poem Richard ...congrats on your win Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 4/10/2014 7:26:00 AM Thanks Joseph.

Tim Smith Date: 4/9/2014 2:25:00 PM This is great Richard...congratulations on the win Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 4/9/2014 2:33:00 PM Thanks Tim.

Dr.Ram Mehta Date: 4/9/2014 9:49:00 AM A wonderful poem, congrats on the win, richard Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 4/9/2014 10:19:00 AM Thanks Dr. Ram

Dr. Upma A. Sharma Date: 4/9/2014 9:13:00 AM Simply beautiful !! All emotions in this one !! Richard congrats on great win !! Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 4/9/2014 9:30:00 AM Thanks Dr Umpa, I did not realize I won.

Poet Destroyer A Date: 4/9/2014 3:44:00 AM NICE WIN Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 4/9/2014 9:31:00 AM Thanks Linda.

Monterey Sirak Date: 4/5/2014 8:08:00 AM Wonderful. Yes, my friend, God is in you; in everyone you touch with his loving hands. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 4/5/2014 9:03:00 AM I can think of no greater honour than to be able to touch others with his hands.

Donna Jones Date: 4/1/2014 10:34:00 PM I was...I am....and....how about I will be....everything....wow...you wowed me big time Richard....lovvvveee it Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 4/2/2014 9:05:00 AM Good morning Donna, all your thoughtful visits have brought a smile to my morning. Hugs Rick

Keith O.J. Hunt Date: 3/28/2014 6:31:00 PM Excellent piece Richard! A great work of art! Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 3/28/2014 6:36:00 PM Thanks Keith.

Ndaba Sibanda Date: 3/28/2014 3:54:00 PM Richard, this is a lovely piece. l particularly like the powerful images you painted to depict your amazing level of commitment and care. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 3/28/2014 4:42:00 PM Thanks Ndaba. I hope you are having a wonderful day. Thanks for the visit.

Cherl Dunn Date: 3/28/2014 2:43:00 PM I'm clapping in front of my labtop for this poem because it has been written with such truth and honesty great job here my friend and i wish more poeple would read this and realize how true it is. cheri also thanks for your great comment on my dreamers prayer. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 3/28/2014 2:46:00 PM My pleasure Cheri. Thanks for this encouraging comment.

Skat A Date: 3/28/2014 12:39:00 PM Richard, the poem is beautiful. It's amazing how you placed yourself in this light. WOW! This is your best. It kind of reminds me of my sisters style in writing. Free-verse in style. Sending hugs. ~SKAT~ Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 3/28/2014 4:45:00 PM Thanks SKAT, I'm pleased you like this one. I really enjoy free form.

Andrea Dietrich Date: 3/27/2014 9:09:00 PM WOWOWOW, I gotta fave this . Simply amazing, Richard!! Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 3/28/2014 7:38:00 AM What a great way to start my day Andrea.

Sarai Virden Date: 3/27/2014 8:24:00 PM Richard, by the time I realized who you were speaking of the tears began to fall... So beautiful! You had me at "your smile spread across my lips" You are truly favored :-) Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 3/27/2014 8:41:00 PM Thanks Sarai, I was touched by your poem.

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