Richard Lamoureux Poet Sonnet

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There are voices that tell women they are not beautiful. This is a sad reality for thousands perhaps millions or could it be billions. Even those who do not suffer with an eating disorder. Those who love you wish that you could see yourselves through our eyes. I wrote this poem after my wife told me that the more weight a sufferer of anorexia loses the fatter she feels. Somehow the disorder nick named "ED" disguises itself in the guise of a friend. For the purpose of my poem I call the eating disorder "it"!

 

 

 

It Can'T Help Her

"It" whispered strange somethings into her ear.
As she gazed intently into the mirror.
"Its" voice was soft yet "it" taunted her so.
She wished to flee "it" but where could she go?

"It" bathed her mind in "its" sulphuric stream!
Lies upon lies "it" became a bad dream.
A waking nightmare she could not escape.
Her skinny fat body, what a wierd shape!

The more weight she lost the fatter she felt.
"Its" voice stonger as spirit did melt.
"I'm your friend, I'll help you disappear!
"Come to my garden, you don't belong here."

She stopped believing what "it" had to say
When she went for help the "it" ran away!

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Susan Gentry December 4, 2015 at 8:34 PM Change is hard even for those who fully understand they have to change or die. Statistically many of us have some sort of eating disorder... i.e. increased # of diabetics. The key, which you brought out, is getting help - don't give up trying to change. It can't be done alone, keep trying - many do recover. We have to have food. I imagine it would be a multifaceted disorder, sad and painful. You're awesome :) Richard Lamoureux December 5, 2015 at 1:09 AM This is a very perceptive response. Thanks for the thoughtful comment Susan.

Wilfred Aniagyei November 20, 2015 at 5:34 PM I like a poem with a purpose..... This is so good, Richard! ..... Well done Richard Lamoureux November 20, 2015 at 6:00 PM Thanks Wilfred, please check ou others of my poems, I usually do write with a purpose in mind. I will now check out some of your writing.

Vera Duggan November 12, 2015 at 5:53 PM How true this is Richard, actually we are watching a program on TV at the moment and there is a young woman in it who is pregnant and she is actually starving herself and the child because she doesn't want to get fat, yes the mind works in mysterious ways, love this sonnet, take care.........Vera Richard Lamoureux November 12, 2015 at 6:02 PM Thanks Vera, it is frustrating for all involved.

Robert Lindley November 12, 2015 at 9:14 AM THE HUMAN MIND CAN CONJURE UP SUCH DARK AND DAMAGING THOUGHTS EVEN TO SELF. I have never understood how once known and treatment begins the mind so often refutes the truth and the person still engages in self destruction! Great poem, well done my friend. A7 Richard Lamoureux November 12, 2015 at 10:50 AM Thanks Robert.

Arthur Vaso November 9, 2015 at 10:16 AM What a wonderful write on this topic, Its so hard to understand, but my heart goes out to those that suffer this. Richard Lamoureux November 12, 2015 at 10:50 AM You are kind Arthur. Thanks for commenting.

CayCay Godwin November 7, 2015 at 6:32 PM What a topic for you to give consideration to - good for you! I'm happy to say that I do not understand it, you taught me something. It is a very good poem and I'm all the better for having read it ... CayCay Richard Lamoureux November 7, 2015 at 6:43 PM It is a difficult disorder to understand. Thanks for giving it consideration.

Casarah Nance November 5, 2015 at 8:40 AM You wrote very well about "it" it is very hard to escape from the living hell of not loving oneself, the mirror is the enemy. Richard Lamoureux November 5, 2015 at 8:43 AM Good morning loveable one. I hope your mirror reveals all your wonderful!

Red Barchettadrive November 5, 2015 at 1:03 AM Great sonnet Richard. I really must attempt one of these again... Richard Lamoureux November 5, 2015 at 8:44 AM I don't know if I got it right but I enjoyed giving it a go.

Mama Bear November 3, 2015 at 4:57 PM Tiny people don't know the struggle it is to lose weight and keep "it" off. well done my son Love Mom Richard Lamoureux November 5, 2015 at 8:46 AM Those with Anorexia have their own brand of suffering. It's different yet somehow the same. I love you too.

Heather Ober November 3, 2015 at 12:29 PM This is such a beautiful, unique sonnet. It's really interesting to hear a man's perspective on a subject like this. You are such a kind, caring, compassionate person, Rick. Your poetry is proof of that! Richard Lamoureux November 3, 2015 at 2:02 PM You are sweet Heather, thanks.

Eileen Manassian November 3, 2015 at 11:32 AM Ah....eating disorders. I won't write much on this because it hits close to home. There are other types of eating disorders....all very sad. Thanks for this lovely sonnet about this issue, Richard. :) You wrote a sonnet....how sweet. It has become my favorite form to write it. God bless you, dear. Hugs Richard Lamoureux November 3, 2015 at 2:01 PM I thought I'd give it a go, I hope I got the form right. Thanks for the visit and hug Eileen.;0)

Michael Tor November 3, 2015 at 10:50 AM Richard that is very kind of you to bring attention to this serious issue facing woman. I always thought it was a younger womans sickness but I guess it is a major problem involving all ages.. You have cleverly written a heartfelt write here my friend. A 7 for sure! Richard Lamoureux November 3, 2015 at 11:41 AM Hi Michael, my wife works in healthcare specializing in eating disorders. Some clients suffer and struggle throughout their lifetime.

Kp Nunez November 3, 2015 at 10:37 AM This is so nice of you to write about it, Rick. You are right, the best id to get help. You really know much about the women's psyche. 7. hugs! Richard Lamoureux November 3, 2015 at 2:02 PM Being with my sweetie has taught me a lot.

Constance La France November 3, 2015 at 9:06 AM Richard, you are right so many women have a poor self image and are forever dieting . You captured this well. Amazing 7 Richard Lamoureux November 3, 2015 at 2:04 PM Thanks Constance, hugs Rick.

Lin Lane November 3, 2015 at 8:59 AM Good job, Richard. You allowed her to have a happy ending by realizing the "its" evil voice was killing her. Richard Lamoureux November 3, 2015 at 2:05 PM Thanks Lin.