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Parking Lot Boogie

I’m so sad mom
That I’m missing the chance
To be with you on your birthday
and to watch you dance

Yet your spirit I admire
You’ll celebrate with style
With friends in a parking lot
You’ll boogie for a while

Enjoy your special night
even if it’s a bit chilly
Let others ponder
the magic of being silly

You are so amazing
the youngest eighty I know
The music stills moves you
Whether it’s fast or slow

So open all the windows
of your shiny Ford Escape
Fly to the sound of the Radio
my hero without a cape

May the night skies twinkle 
to the sound of the beat
and the pavement marvel
at the movement of your feet

For you my dear mom
are a one of a kind
and I’ll be there dancing with you
Even though it’s just in my mind.


I love you mom
Happy Eightieth Birthday!
May 18th, 2020 

I also want to do a shoutout to my friend Eileen Manassian who shares the same birthday as my mom. I hope you have an amazing day Eileen. My friends, please drop by and wish Eileen a Happy Happy Birthday! The added bonus is that you will get to read her amazing poetry.

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Marikate Kingston Date: 1/20/2022 11:01:00 PM This is a wonderful poem. I can see your mom dancing away. I loved your line that reads "My hero without a cape" Mine was as well. Your love for your mother shines through your words. I met my husband when I went out dancing with my mother. Our moms would have enjoyed each other's company. I would have loved to have met yours, I sure did love this poem, so happy to have found it. Login to Reply

Juliet Ligon Date: 6/19/2021 2:28:00 PM Beautiful tribute. She sounds like a spunky lady. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 6/19/2021 9:12:00 PM She was. She passed away the day after Mother’s Day this year. Just before her 81st Birthday. I’m thankful I was home for Mother’s Day.

Frances Byrne Date: 7/28/2020 8:25:00 AM Hi Richard, That is absolutely gorgeous. Frances Login to Reply

Vladislav Raven Date: 7/27/2020 6:35:00 AM Hi Richard, this is such a wonderful birthday dedication for your mother. It touched my heart with jas I remembered all the fun shared with my own mother. It is ever the greatest joy having them with us, and even now, I get such joy out of rememberances. Has to be a fav Richard. Have a wonderful Monday. Blessings....Mike. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 7/27/2020 6:55:00 AM You as well Mike. ;0)

Freddie Robinson Jr. Date: 7/17/2020 8:03:00 AM Super cool B'day tribute to Mom, Richard. Really enjoyed reading this poem, it brought a smile in fond remembrance of my beloved mother. Enjoy the time precious given w/her. Love and more love always. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 7/17/2020 8:53:00 AM I wish she was closer. I do call her a few times a week to stay connected.

Andrea Dietrich Date: 7/12/2020 3:55:00 PM wow, your mom must be so cool. My mom was actually going to church dances in her 70's but now with her balance issues, she can' t do stuff like that any more.She used to take all these walks but now is slow and careful. Mine is 88 but looking great. May both our moms live on and on. Great poem, Richard. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 7/13/2020 8:04:00 AM Thanks Andrea, you are sweet. Hugs Rick

Andrea Dietrich Date: 7/12/2020 3:55:00 PM Also Taurus folks are SO cool Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 7/13/2020 8:04:00 AM True.

Christopher Flaherty Date: 7/10/2020 4:05:00 PM Lovely sentiment Richard Telling your Mother you love her speaks volumes about who you are as a man and how well she raised you and should not be limited to holidays bithdays and mother's day Age should never get in the way of being old enough to act young dance and celebrate life Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 7/13/2020 8:08:00 AM A very thoughtful note. Thanks.

Paghunda Zahid Date: 6/13/2020 8:48:00 PM Mothers are love. Beautifully written. And yes happy belated birthday. May you have many many more Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 6/13/2020 9:04:00 PM Thanks Paghunda. ;0)

Joanna Daniel Date: 6/12/2020 1:00:00 AM I am reading this a bit late, but my heartiest birthday wishes to your mom, Rick:) lovely poem for your mother:) Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 6/12/2020 9:19:00 AM Thanks Jo. Hugs Rick.

Poet Destroyer A Date: 6/6/2020 1:16:00 AM This is beautiful and heartfelt. My son's birthday is coming up, however it's also on the day my biological mother passed away. I will celebrate with my son birthday outloud, and find a way to embrace my mom through thought. Happy Birthday, to your mom, spiritually and a Big happy birthday to Eileen, outloud. Always a pleasure. Linda Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 6/6/2020 11:21:00 AM That is a difficult balancing act. So sorry for your loss Linda. Hugs Rick.

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders Date: 6/4/2020 11:44:00 PM A wonderful dedication to your mom, Rick...I hope she got to dance the night away and eat lots of cake! Happy birthday to her, eighty years young! Hugs, Rhonda:) Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 6/6/2020 11:22:00 AM Thanks Rhonda. ;0)

David Mchattie Date: 6/2/2020 6:36:00 PM Wonderful tribute to your Mother. Well penned my friend. Have a great day. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 6/4/2020 7:21:00 AM Thanks David. ;0)

Geoffrey Brewer Date: 6/1/2020 5:00:00 AM Your wit, perception and lightness of touch make this a beautiful love poem. Well done! Richard. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 6/1/2020 8:11:00 AM Thanks Geoffrey. ;0)

Michelle Faulkner Date: 5/29/2020 9:31:00 PM Your mom sounds like one of a kind - and quite a dancer too - and thank you for the tip on Eileen's poetry as well. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/31/2020 9:00:00 AM Thanks Michelle. ;0)

JCB Brul Date: 5/25/2020 7:31:00 PM Happy birthday to your cool and fabulous mom!! This is a great tribute! your mom gonna love this!! Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/31/2020 9:00:00 AM Thanks Jcb.

Jennifer Proxenos Date: 5/22/2020 10:52:00 AM Hi Richard, I think in one of my previous poems I mentioned that my son's name is Ricky, some call him Rick - we are very close as it seems you are with your mother and I loved this poem SO MUCH - I have saved and faved it. Blessings Jennifer. P.S. Hope you mom had an awesome birthday. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/22/2020 12:45:00 PM She did, thanks. Hugs Rick.

Anil Deo Date: 5/21/2020 10:32:00 AM Your great question to me. I copied the answer here as well: "Richard, that's easy: Absolutely not! Peter denied Jesus thrice, with curses, "I do not know [jesus] that man." He had to wait for the Resurrection to be SAVED, no one was saved before that, just in a "holding pattern." Jews use SHEOL & Greeks, "HADES." Nothell, Waiting station $Jesus as with LL born b4 Jesus 2K yrs ago. Judas didnt wait 4 the Resurrection & committed suicide. WHY?He's the modern man: taking matters in his own hands Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/21/2020 10:42:00 AM Would that not mean that all people who lived and died before Jesus’s resurrection are doomed?

Anil Deo Date: 5/20/2020 8:16:00 PM I read this MOM's poem yesterday; U have lots of visitors & friends. They said it all; I did not want to overdo the sentiments. YOU ARE BOTH SO BLESSED; praise our Saviour, Glory to God. Hosanna. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/21/2020 8:25:00 AM Thanks Anil. Praise Him indeed.

Mystic Rose Rose Date: 5/20/2020 5:53:00 AM Ah, Happy Birthday to your wonderful mom. From what I remember of her, you describe her so well, Many happy returns, and stay well. She is lucky to have a great son like you. , xo Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/20/2020 8:24:00 AM You are kind. Thanks for the good wishes. Hugs Rick.

Silent One Date: 5/19/2020 3:32:00 AM Awwww such a sad but beautiful tribute...Many are in the same situation sadly... Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/19/2020 7:48:00 AM Yep, we all make the best of our current circumstances.

Harry Horsman Date: 5/19/2020 1:53:00 AM Wow born in 1940, a teen with 'Rock 'n' Roll. Into the very best era of all, and a son a poetic genius too. Can't get much better than that....Happy Birthday to your Mam, Richard.. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/19/2020 7:49:00 AM You are kind Harry. Thanks Buddy.

David Mchattie Date: 5/19/2020 1:18:00 AM Lovely tribute my friend. I lost my Mom when she was 67. Treasure these years. Stay well. Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/19/2020 7:52:00 AM Sorry to hear that. I lost my dad at 57 and it was disconcerting when I hit the same age.

Eileen Manassian Date: 5/19/2020 12:39:00 AM Oh Richard!!! How sweet of you to mention me here. I'm honored. :) You've added so much to my day. I posted a bday greeting to your lovely Mama on her FB page and in a personal note. She's amazing. After all...she brought you into the world and raised you to be who you are today. This poem is a lovely tribute to her. :) Again...thanks for spreading the cheer! Hugs Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 5/19/2020 8:25:00 AM Thanks for... being you. Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/19/2020 7:53:00 AM I’m glad to add a bit of cheer to your day. Thanks for connecting with my mom.

Lindsay Laurie Date: 5/18/2020 11:47:00 PM Hello Richard … a beautiful tribute that I'm sure your Mum will hold close to her heart. Catch you soon Richard - Lindsay Login to Reply Richard Lamoureux Date: 5/19/2020 8:13:00 AM Thanks Lindsay. ;0)

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