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If I Never

If I never write another poem again
Will you remember me
All the parts of my heart I exposed
The morsels of my soul
The intricacies
The pain
My manufactured pieces of joy
Humor
Wisdom from a fools pen
Stains dripped from a troubled mind
I sit here with head in hand
Looking at a blank page
Fearing I have nothing left to say
Coaxing my brain to respond


Drip
Drip 
A word 
A corresponding heart beat
An image projected
Displayed
Choreographed 
Spinning 
Coming to life
I wish you to reach out
Take it in your hand
Feel touch
Smell 
live within the space
Allow the idea to expand
Grow beyond a page

Put leaves on my trees
Climb my branches
Drink from my streams
Add color to my rainbow
Breathe through my lungs
See through my looking glass
For if I never write another poem again
I can sigh and say
It has all been worthwhile
You heard my call
Responded 
Understood
Seen the previously unseen
Walked along my landscapes
Left a part of yourself
Drank from my cup
Sat at my table
You my honored guests
The one I will remember
For you are the reason
My pen drips and my heart smiles
You help me remember
To see
To believe
One word at a time


Entry for PD's Free Verse Contest

Copyright © Richard Lamoureux | Year Posted 2013

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Skat A Date: 9/18/2013 2:30:00 PM nice win ............ luv ~SKAT~ Login to Reply

Carrie Richards Date: 9/13/2013 12:51:00 PM What a heart-moving poem this is, Richard, one that I would have placed higher...:) And the title.......I love the title!! and a ps.....my grateful mention of your contest results! I am so honored.....thank you so much, and I hope I have done justice to Elaine's beautiful poem. What a unique contest to be inspired by our fellow poets! Thanks again!! Login to Reply

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl Date: 9/13/2013 10:52:00 AM Congratulations on your winning place Richard xx Login to Reply

Poet Destroyer A Date: 9/13/2013 9:26:00 AM Richard, , , stopping by with hugs & smiles:-) xox (-: CONGRATULATIONS :) on your win. Enjoy my blog "You know where my heart is" when you have time. http://www.poetrysoup.com/poetry_blogs/blog_detail.aspx?BlogID=15906&PoetID=18720 Always & Forever xox-Linda-xox Login to Reply

Richard D Seal Date: 9/6/2013 6:18:00 PM I have to say thank you first of all Rick, for sharing your call and allowing us to drink from your cup. The honour is ours indeed. A wonderful write and going straight to faves. Take care, Richard Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 9/6/2013 6:47:00 PM You just Mae my day with this comment Richard. You are a good guy and I appreciate you.

Vicky Tsiluma Date: 8/31/2013 11:10:00 PM Of course, we'll remember you Richard. Words have no expiry date- what you write lives on and once it's in our minds it is stored in its own compartment waiting for a rainy day to be retrieved again for the comfort and joy it brings. (but I do have the suspicion that you'll never run out of words. You may put a pause, only to begin again like a phoenix reborn). Well penned. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/31/2013 11:27:00 PM Awww thanks Vicky, you honor me again.

Arthur Vaso Date: 8/30/2013 10:59:00 PM OK I will use "brilliant" twice, this is also great! to my favs! Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/31/2013 11:31:00 PM Hi Arthur, I appreciate the visits.

Cherl Dunn Date: 8/28/2013 7:43:00 PM Very deeply moving don't ever stop putting your feeling on to the written page your too good. Also thank you for your wisdom and sharing it with us. cheri Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/31/2013 11:33:00 PM Thanks Cheri

Cecilia Macfarlane Date: 8/28/2013 12:33:00 PM Rick, you have explained in this amazing write the power of words! Your words have touched me more than you know and I hope you NEVER stop writing! Hugs Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/28/2013 5:19:00 PM Thanks Cecilia, I am honored you feel that way.

Monterey Sirak Date: 8/28/2013 7:39:00 AM Powerful, emotional poem. Everyone fears being forgotten but the rich tapestries you have woven with your wondrous words will always remain vibrant and beautiful. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/28/2013 7:43:00 AM You are kind Monterey, thanks for your kind words.

Elai Cee Date: 8/27/2013 6:53:00 PM hi Richard, intentionally to visit u here and i need a little favor for you. im writing oration piece for the contest in our school. because i saw that ur honest commentator and i love ur write. hope u can help me to give ur advice and comments. ill give the links of my blog if this done. hope i can see ur comment there. thanks and God bless!---Elai Login to Reply Elai Cee Date: 8/28/2013 3:34:00 AM ok i will thanks Richard. Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/27/2013 7:26:00 PM I would be happy too comment. Soup me with your blog.

Chris Boskovski Date: 8/27/2013 6:31:00 PM Very Beautiful and very powerful! The one fear I have is being forgotten! Very strong poem and a kind of sorrow covers the page, but it is a good kind of sorrow, not a sad one, but a powerful sorrow, with every single word that packs a heavy punch! Very good poem Richard, great job on this masterpiece of poetry!! :) Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/27/2013 7:27:00 PM Thanks Christopher.

Pat Roswell Date: 8/27/2013 5:02:00 PM amazing. been some time since i been on this site. came straight here for some reads. and this poem right here has a lot of heart. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/27/2013 7:28:00 PM Thanks Pat, nice to see you back.

Eileen Manassian Date: 8/27/2013 12:25:00 PM I hope never NEVER comes...I would miss your poems...and the inspiration you give...and the man behind the poems...the many different facets and shades that make you who you are. Keep writing, Richard....A very moving write.... Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 8/28/2013 7:29:00 AM Always???? You know that is 100 percent, right? I sure hope so... Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/27/2013 7:29:00 PM Thanks Eileen, you always make my day.

Cherie Thomas Date: 8/27/2013 11:53:00 AM This is a favorite for sure, these words are truly touching love your poetry:0) cherie Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/27/2013 7:30:00 PM Aww thanks Cherie you are sweet.

Kim Merryman Date: 8/27/2013 11:52:00 AM WOW! Richard this is excellent! Going in my favs! So glad I stopped by to read your work! Love, Kim Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/27/2013 7:34:00 PM You honor me!

Dr.Ram Mehta Date: 8/27/2013 9:14:00 AM Yes, I am the one to remember this poem, Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/27/2013 7:31:00 PM Thanks Dr. Ram, I appreciate your kind words.

Red Fiery Date: 8/27/2013 9:04:00 AM I am so touched by these words...these lines are very captivating. Poetry is like a heartbeat...keep ur verses alive. You have a magical pen Richard ! Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/27/2013 7:37:00 PM Thanks Red, so glad you connected with this piece. Appreciate you adding your thoughts. Red Fiery Date: 8/27/2013 9:13:00 AM I have to mention something I really admired 'Put leaves on my trees Climb my branches Drink from my streams Add some part of you' Speechless

Poet Tacito Date: 8/27/2013 8:12:00 AM Yes. One never wants to actually stop writing or do anything that they love. But, if/when it does come to that, instead of sulking, we step back to reap what we have sown. Cherish the memories that came from doing what we love. That is, essentially, the intended legacy of humanity. Great work... Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/27/2013 7:33:00 PM You make a good point Drake. Thanks for commenting.

Red Fiery Date: 8/27/2013 7:45:00 AM All your poems are amazing...I enjoy reading them , they inspire me and motivates me to write. You should never stop writing. The words are very pure here Richard ! Amazing write from an amazing writer. Cheers ! Login to Reply Red Fiery Date: 8/27/2013 8:15:00 AM Thank you Richard! Richard Lamoureux Date: 8/27/2013 7:57:00 AM Thanks Red, I see you are a biker. I like the new avatar, you look happy.