Richard Lamoureux Poet Free verse

Missing My Friend Becca

I miss my friend Becca
Even before she is gone
She had thought this a safe place
Free from conflict
Judgment

A place where all can freely express
Where have all the past poets gone
Do any of their words still echo in our minds
Do they disappear into obscurity
Who is left to sing their praises 
I will sing for Becca
I will stand up for my friend
I will stand beside my brother Freddie
I will continue to breath their words
Feel their hearts beat within my chest
They matter
They command my attention
Their words and spirits have significance
So I will miss my friend Becca
I will shed a tear for a heart that is broken
For good friends are hard to find
She is worthy of being missed
Today I say goodbye
I wish for her to live in a land of smiles
A place where dreams are realized
She deserves no less
She offered us her best
The essence of a soul
Expressed through precious words
I miss her already
Before she has gone
Maybe it's not too late.

Dedicated to Becca

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Eileen Manassian June 21, 2013 at 3:32 AM Had another read...see you've made changes. Yes...I pay attention. My post way down there was based on some lines of the first one...beautiful this way as well. Richard Lamoureux June 21, 2013 at 7:11 AM You are observant my dear. I sometimes go back later and make changes.

Richard D Seal June 20, 2013 at 7:12 AM We have lost a good heart and wonderful writer, let's hope she returns soon. Lovely tribute here Rick, she certainly is missed. Take care, Richard Richard Lamoureux June 20, 2013 at 7:37 AM She has returned, thanks for caring

Painted Hunter June 19, 2013 at 1:45 PM I was quite fond of her too. She would really love this, Rick. Richard Lamoureux June 20, 2013 at 7:37 AM Hi Caleb see the above.

Andrea Dietrich June 18, 2013 at 10:47 PM I thought she was a good poet and though I did not know her all that well, I really liked her. I sure hope she comes back, and that she will see this poem you wrote for her! Richard Lamoureux June 19, 2013 at 6:28 AM I do as well, thanks for your positive comment.

Monterey Sirak June 18, 2013 at 1:51 PM What a lovely tribute to someone who is obviously very special. Well done Richard Lamoureux June 19, 2013 at 6:28 AM Thanks Monterey

Colleen Bono June 17, 2013 at 7:18 PM Okay but dont let it happen again.Colleen Richard Lamoureux June 17, 2013 at 8:53 PM Can I please go to work tomorrow? *lol*

Lucilla Carrillo June 17, 2013 at 5:08 PM Richard; this is very touching. I don't know what happened to her - since I have not been around. She is a good person. Thanks for sharing.... Lucilla Richard Lamoureux June 17, 2013 at 8:54 PM Thanks Lucilla, welcome back

Colleen Bono June 17, 2013 at 12:41 PM Your slipping,its almost noon and i dont see a new poem yet.Will be back soon to look.Have a good day.Colleen Richard Lamoureux June 17, 2013 at 12:43 PM At work today

Nette Onclaud June 17, 2013 at 12:26 PM I hope she comes back, i miss becca's good-natured disposition and quality pieces... wonderful testimonial!..:) huggs Richard Lamoureux June 17, 2013 at 12:44 PM She hasn't left

Cecilia Macfarlane June 17, 2013 at 11:31 AM I'm so saddened to hear that Becca is or may be leaving? I love her poetry, her words of encouragement, her kindness. Please may it just be temporary if she does. : (

Heather Ober June 17, 2013 at 8:45 AM Beautiful, Richard... It saddens me to see so many great poets leaving :(

Abdulhafeez Oyewole June 17, 2013 at 8:15 AM Great tribute to a great Becca . She must be a lucky friend. Well done on your heartfelt piece. AO Richard Lamoureux June 17, 2013 at 8:17 AM Thanks A.O

Donna Jones June 17, 2013 at 8:03 AM Very nice of you Richard....and so true...I miss her already too...but understand why she is leaving.. Richard Lamoureux June 17, 2013 at 8:07 AM I hope you have not had to go through the same thing Donna.

Eileen Manassian June 17, 2013 at 6:08 AM Oh Richard.....yes yes yes yes to all you wrote. I'm so so hurt.....hope she changes her mind....:'( I'm crying with you..... Richard Lamoureux June 17, 2013 at 7:36 AM Thanks for adding your voice. Hugs Rick

Anne-Lise Andresen June 17, 2013 at 4:54 AM - We will all miss her! - Nice poem to Becca, Richard! - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)

Colleen Bono June 16, 2013 at 9:36 PM things are getting to out of control.A lady told me the other day,if you have a pulse,you have a purpose.so true.Love Colleen.P.S.1st Richard Lamoureux June 16, 2013 at 10:17 PM Thanks Coleen, I appreciate your visits today.