Richard Lamoureux Poet Free verse

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 April 20, 2020 at 12:10 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 April 20, 2020 at 7:32 AM You as well Harry, I appreciate the visit.

Vladislav Raven April 17, 2020 at 6:02 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 April 17, 2020 at 8:22 AM Thanks for such a thoughtful response. Blessings Rick.

Eileen Manassian March 23, 2020 at 8:36 AM Bless you for being God's mouthpiece with this beautiful write. Richard Lamoureux April 17, 2020 at 8:28 AM It is an honour. Hugs Rick.

Paul Schneiter February 12, 2020 at 3:57 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 April 17, 2020 at 8:57 AM Thanks Paul. Much appreciated.

Nora Gibson January 30, 2020 at 9:50 AM wow,..so powerful I love how you tie the sense of immaturity with escape. love it. Richard Lamoureux April 17, 2020 at 8:57 AM Thanks Nora. ;0)

J.R. Wren-Ingalls January 19, 2020 at 2:33 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 January 19, 2020 at 2:36 PM Thanks J.R. Much appreciated. ;0)

Connie Marcum Wong January 11, 2020 at 11:06 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 January 12, 2020 at 9:16 AM Thanks Connie, a very thoughtful response. Hugs Rick.

Gordon Mcconnell January 11, 2020 at 10:15 AM Superb piece penned so elegantly Richard, you bring such strong wise message that many need to hear. Blessings, Gordon Richard Lamoureux January 12, 2020 at 9:16 AM Thanks Gordon.

Sandra Adams January 10, 2020 at 2:44 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 January 12, 2020 at 9:31 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 January 10, 2020 at 12:08 PM A self-help poem, a didactic bid...wonderful! Hope their are listeners, doers!

Kim Rodrigues January 10, 2020 at 12:08 PM A self-help poem, a didactic bid...wonderful! Hope there are listeners, doers! Richard Lamoureux January 10, 2020 at 12:12 PM Me too. If not him I hope it might speak to someone else. Hugs Rick.

Funom Makama January 10, 2020 at 11:01 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 January 10, 2020 at 11:29 AM Thanks Funom. A belated happy New Year to You as well.

Robert Kinard January 9, 2020 at 6:07 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 January 10, 2020 at 9:25 AM Thanks Robert.

Midnight Aurora January 9, 2020 at 5:04 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 January 10, 2020 at 9:04 AM Thanks Midnight, much appreciated.

Tara Dawn January 9, 2020 at 4:53 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 January 10, 2020 at 9:03 AM Thanks Tara. 0)

FJ Thomas January 7, 2020 at 10:01 AM Oh well 'played' Rick! Your use of words will always impress. Richard Lamoureux January 7, 2020 at 11:10 AM Thanks Flo, hugs Rick.

Panagiota Romios January 7, 2020 at 12:00 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 January 7, 2020 at 7:42 AM That is true. It is a sad reality for so many.

Suzanne Delaney January 6, 2020 at 9:47 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 January 7, 2020 at 7:42 AM You are kind. Hugs Rick.

Harry Horsman January 5, 2020 at 10:09 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 January 7, 2020 at 7:46 AM Thanks my friend.

Lindsay Laurie January 5, 2020 at 5:00 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 January 7, 2020 at 7:47 AM We pray he changes direction.

Anne-Lise Andresen January 5, 2020 at 1:53 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 January 7, 2020 at 7:53 AM Thanks for the visit and the hug.

Geoffrey Brewer January 5, 2020 at 11:30 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 January 5, 2020 at 11:36 AM Thanks and blessings for you as well..

Jennifer Proxenos January 4, 2020 at 9:34 AM This is such an excellent, sad, but true poem, with a message to all who need to hear. I loved this write Richard. Blessings, Jennifer. Richard Lamoureux January 4, 2020 at 9:58 AM Thanks Jennifer. I’m pleased you enjoyed it.

Quoth Theraven January 3, 2020 at 10:43 PM Richard, Very well written verse in this Never Never Land poem. Let's hope the numbness passes and healing begins. -Richard Richard Lamoureux January 4, 2020 at 8:32 AM Thanks Richard. Me too.

Brenda Chiri January 3, 2020 at 10:24 PM Bravo rick! I loved this write!;) Richard Lamoureux January 4, 2020 at 8:32 AM Thanks Brenda. ;0)

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