Richard Lamoureux Poet Quatrain

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 January 20, 2022 at 11:01 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.

Juliet Ligon June 19, 2021 at 2:28 PM Beautiful tribute. She sounds like a spunky lady. Richard Lamoureux June 19, 2021 at 9:12 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 July 28, 2020 at 8:25 AM Hi Richard, That is absolutely gorgeous. Frances

Vladislav Raven July 27, 2020 at 6:35 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. Richard Lamoureux July 27, 2020 at 6:55 AM You as well Mike. ;0)

Freddie Robinson Jr. July 17, 2020 at 8:03 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. Richard Lamoureux July 17, 2020 at 8:53 AM I wish she was closer. I do call her a few times a week to stay connected.

Andrea Dietrich July 12, 2020 at 3:55 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. Richard Lamoureux July 13, 2020 at 8:04 AM Thanks Andrea, you are sweet. Hugs Rick

Andrea Dietrich July 12, 2020 at 3:55 PM Also Taurus folks are SO cool Richard Lamoureux July 13, 2020 at 8:04 AM True.

Christopher Flaherty July 10, 2020 at 4:05 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 Richard Lamoureux July 13, 2020 at 8:08 AM A very thoughtful note. Thanks.

Paghunda Zahid June 13, 2020 at 8:48 PM Mothers are love. Beautifully written. And yes happy belated birthday. May you have many many more Richard Lamoureux June 13, 2020 at 9:04 PM Thanks Paghunda. ;0)

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

Poet Destroyer A June 6, 2020 at 1:16 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 Richard Lamoureux June 6, 2020 at 11:21 AM That is a difficult balancing act. So sorry for your loss Linda. Hugs Rick.

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders June 4, 2020 at 11:44 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:) Richard Lamoureux June 6, 2020 at 11:22 AM Thanks Rhonda. ;0)

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

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

Michelle Faulkner May 29, 2020 at 9:31 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. Richard Lamoureux May 31, 2020 at 9:00 AM Thanks Michelle. ;0)

JC Brul May 25, 2020 at 7:31 PM Happy birthday to your cool and fabulous mom!! This is a great tribute! your mom gonna love this!! Richard Lamoureux May 31, 2020 at 9:00 AM Thanks Jcb.

Jennifer Proxenos May 22, 2020 at 10:52 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. Richard Lamoureux May 22, 2020 at 12:45 PM She did, thanks. Hugs Rick.

Anil Deo May 21, 2020 at 10:32 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 Richard Lamoureux May 21, 2020 at 10:42 AM Would that not mean that all people who lived and died before Jesus’s resurrection are doomed?

Anil Deo May 20, 2020 at 8:16 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. Richard Lamoureux May 21, 2020 at 8:25 AM Thanks Anil. Praise Him indeed.

Mystic Rose Rose May 20, 2020 at 5:53 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 Richard Lamoureux May 20, 2020 at 8:24 AM You are kind. Thanks for the good wishes. Hugs Rick.

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

Harry Horsman May 19, 2020 at 1:53 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.. Richard Lamoureux May 19, 2020 at 7:49 AM You are kind Harry. Thanks Buddy.

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

Eileen Manassian May 19, 2020 at 12:39 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 Eileen Manassian May 19, 2020 at 8:25 AM Thanks for... being you. Richard Lamoureux May 19, 2020 at 7:53 AM I’m glad to add a bit of cheer to your day. Thanks for connecting with my mom.

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

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