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Never Never Land

Sad broken boy When will you become a man You try flying high wishing you were Peter Pan But you don’t understand the stuff you’re putting in your veins is taking you to a Never Never Land That pain you hold you’ll never ever escape with needles pills or vape You’re giving up bits of yourself that the Hook is happy to take On wobbly legs you walk the plank and the crocodile is wide awake One more Never Never Land trip could mean never ever being free That place you travel to it won’t help you to truly see The real trip is facing your misery You can’t mine for silver floating in the clouds above your history In the world you travel to the monsters are real The power they yield is making you not feel I know that numbness has its own appeal Still I wish I could show you you’re making a bad deal Your soul is being dined on and the demons are enjoying the meal Seek God’s help He has a perfect plan He can heal the boy and the man Things can be better than being a pretend Peter Pan Choose the great escape from Never Never Land You are meant to inhabit a Promised Land It's your choice leave you burden at the Cross take Jesus's hand.

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Harry Horsman

Date: 4/20/2020 12:10:00 AM

Hi Richard, Re-reading still from my favourites list, heres one of your gems from the beginning of the this year,,,Please stay safe...Harry

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/20/2020 7:32:00 AM

You as well Harry, I appreciate the visit.

Vladislav Raven

Date: 4/17/2020 6:02:00 AM

Hi Richard, this is such a painful piece of poetry to read. So many of our youth are turning to drugs these days, sometimes they think it will only be short term to get them over something but most times that short term turns into long term and in many cases, death. You take us to the sad heart of your subject, once more painting such vivid imagery. I love the hope at the end, my friend. Let God lead the way into a peaceful life. Love the content my friend. Have a wonderful Friday....Mike. Fav.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/17/2020 8:22:00 AM

Thanks for such a thoughtful response. Blessings Rick.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 3/23/2020 8:36:00 AM

Bless you for being God's mouthpiece with this beautiful write.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/17/2020 8:28:00 AM

It is an honour. Hugs Rick.

Paul Schneiter

Date: 2/12/2020 3:57:00 PM

Touching and thought-provoking with feet-on-the ground realism. Moreover, the rhyme scheme is remarkable, as is the imagery. Among the head-turning lines: "Your soul is being dined on/and the demons are enjoying the meal." Nice, nice work, Richard.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/17/2020 8:57:00 AM

Thanks Paul. Much appreciated.

Nora Gibson

Date: 1/30/2020 9:50:00 AM

wow,..so powerful I love how you tie the sense of immaturity with escape. love it.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/17/2020 8:57:00 AM

Thanks Nora. ;0)

J.R. Wren-Ingalls

Date: 1/19/2020 2:33:00 PM

Powerful message that carries a hope for recovery in God. I really relate, and all poetry that shows addicts that there is a better way should be written and posted. I loved this!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/19/2020 2:36:00 PM

Thanks J.R. Much appreciated. ;0)

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 1/11/2020 11:06:00 PM

This poem is brilliantly written Richard! Asking for God’s help even in a whisper can change someone’s life forever. If only they would listen. Excellent advice! xxoo

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/12/2020 9:16:00 AM

Thanks Connie, a very thoughtful response. Hugs Rick.

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 1/11/2020 10:15:00 AM

Superb piece penned so elegantly Richard, you bring such strong wise message that many need to hear. Blessings, Gordon

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/12/2020 9:16:00 AM

Thanks Gordon.

Sandra Adams

Date: 1/10/2020 2:44:00 PM

Powerful well crafted verse Rick ... some good advice that we all wish addicts would take ... sadly some don’t know how to live without and they end up dying at young ages. Great write :) hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/12/2020 9:31:00 AM

That is what we are fearful about. He is both super talented and broken at the same time. Thanks for visiting Sandra.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/10/2020 12:08:00 PM

A self-help poem, a didactic bid...wonderful! Hope there are listeners, doers!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/10/2020 12:12:00 PM

Me too. If not him I hope it might speak to someone else. Hugs Rick.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/10/2020 12:08:00 PM

A self-help poem, a didactic bid...wonderful! Hope their are listeners, doers!

Funom Makama

Date: 1/10/2020 11:01:00 AM

Seeking God is the ultimate.. Even though this poem points to a young boy, I think, we adults can still relate to it. No challenge, whatsover is bigger than God who is the ultimate solution. A great write my friend and I am wishing you a happy new year.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/10/2020 11:29:00 AM

Thanks Funom. A belated happy New Year to You as well.

Robert Kinard

Date: 1/9/2020 6:07:00 PM

Well said and nicely written, someone becoming a slave to drugs is never never a good thing. One who seeks to escape reality should look inward and pray.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/10/2020 9:25:00 AM

Thanks Robert.

Midnight Aurora

Date: 1/9/2020 5:04:00 PM

This is a very smart and thought provoking write. I love the peter pan reference. "You can't mine for silver floating in the clouds..." Love this part.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/10/2020 9:04:00 AM

Thanks Midnight, much appreciated.

Tara Dawn

Date: 1/9/2020 4:53:00 PM

Absolutely chilling and, sadly, all too prevalent today. I believe your right that seeking God is the best fighting chance one has. Bravo, again. You amaze.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/10/2020 9:03:00 AM

Thanks Tara. 0)

Fj Thomas

Date: 1/7/2020 10:01:00 AM

Oh well 'played' Rick! Your use of words will always impress.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/7/2020 11:10:00 AM

Thanks Flo, hugs Rick.

Panagiota Romios

Date: 1/7/2020 12:00:00 AM

Addictions kill, period. Many won't face the fact that alcohol is a drug that kills many. It is far from "bubbly". It's a sedative that depresses the CNA. People in the US pop Oxicotin like Skittles and Think nothing of it. Many are users and do not know it. Hooked, thanks to their MDs. PS. MJ and writers add Hollywoid also live in Never Land. They just don't get it.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/7/2020 7:42:00 AM

That is true. It is a sad reality for so many.

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 1/6/2020 9:47:00 AM

A perfect first poem for 20 20. The metaphor is perfect.......drugs are an dangerous and empty path. Belief in a higher power is the safer way to peace. Maybe my Muse will wake up soon. Cheers, SuZ

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/7/2020 7:42:00 AM

You are kind. Hugs Rick.

Harry Horsman

Date: 1/5/2020 10:09:00 PM

Another gem from you Richard, straight to the point (no pun intended) so visual, would go well as a education piece..love it. fav.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/7/2020 7:46:00 AM

Thanks my friend.

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 1/5/2020 5:00:00 PM

G'day Richard … a wonderful verse based on the harsh reality of losing control of ones mind. Sadly for so many, peace can only come with one conclusion - thank you Richard - Lindsay

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/7/2020 7:47:00 AM

We pray he changes direction.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/5/2020 1:53:00 PM

- So many sad fates we will find, Richard ... if we just open our eyes ... some are unable to find the right track ... they need help and love - You describe it wonderfully ... but, it's horrible sad - Well done - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/7/2020 7:53:00 AM

Thanks for the visit and the hug.

Geoffrey Brewer

Date: 1/5/2020 11:30:00 AM

Wise and caring advice, clearly much needed. I pray that it be heeded. Best wishes to you (and him) for a good or better year, Richard.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/5/2020 11:36:00 AM

Thanks and blessings for you as well..