Richard Lamoureux Poet Quatrain

Seasons End

In spring he complained
It was always way to wet
The sound of chirping birds 
Would make him get upset

He thought summer is drier
But when summer came it was hot
It was a far far worse season
At least that's what he thought

Perhaps he'd prefer the autumn
Cooler air and shorter days
Still the problem with autumn
Is that autumn rarely stays

Soon winter was upon him
He could feel it within his bones
Buried deep beneath the ground
They covered his grave with stones

For him the seasons were a problem
He wasted away all his days
What was gifted was extraordinary
Yet it never met with any praise!

Written April 7th 2016
For Shadow's Seasons Contest.

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Edlynn Nau April 16, 2016 at 11:50 AM Hmmmm! Good metaphor of season on Earth with seasons of life and what the lean to the negative gets us instead of the attitude, "I can't wait to see what happens next"! I am pleased you won a placement for this I enjoyed it! Richard Lamoureux April 23, 2016 at 1:27 PM A belated thanks Edlynn.

Eileen Manassian April 13, 2016 at 12:51 PM Congrats, my dear. This is an engaging write. Loved you're sense of humor. Hugs Eileen Manassian April 13, 2016 at 12:59 PM That brings me joy. I thought I'd read them all. Forgive me. Hugs Richard Lamoureux April 13, 2016 at 12:55 PM Thanks Eileen, I always feel something is not finished until you comment. Hugs Rick.

Teddy Kimathi April 12, 2016 at 8:35 AM Hi Richard. Congrats for your WIN with this wonderful piece!!! ;-) Richard Lamoureux April 13, 2016 at 12:55 PM Hi Teddy, thanks for visiting.

Poet Destroyer A April 10, 2016 at 11:09 PM Richard, Congrats in "Shadow Hamilton's Season, Contest." ~LINDA~ Richard Lamoureux April 11, 2016 at 7:37 AM Thanks Linda.

Mama Bear April 10, 2016 at 8:19 PM We always look for more when what we have is really good. A lovely way to tell your message. Love Mom Richard Lamoureux April 11, 2016 at 7:38 AM Thanks mom, I love you too.

Afolabi Muideen April 10, 2016 at 11:04 AM Congratulations for the placement. A delight read poem........A.M. Richard Lamoureux April 11, 2016 at 7:38 AM Thanks A.M.

Poet Destroyer A April 10, 2016 at 3:32 AM Richard, lol...I am that he... lol.. I want it all, and when it arrives .... I complain. Too hot, too cold, too much leaves, wettttt... I am a hermit.... lol... I enjoyed, it was fun for me, cuz I can be that he... Wasting and forgetting what life is.... hugs. Linda Richard Lamoureux April 10, 2016 at 9:22 AM Hugs back to you Linda.

Arthur Vaso April 9, 2016 at 11:45 PM LOL sounds like a typical Canadian!! :) Loved this! Richard Lamoureux April 10, 2016 at 9:23 AM We are somewhat weather obsessed.

Andrea Dietrich April 9, 2016 at 9:37 PM I see this won. Will have to see the winner list to see what placement you got. It deserved a very high one. Congrats to you. OH, I just looked down and saw you got third. AWESOME Richard Lamoureux April 10, 2016 at 9:23 AM Thanks Andrea, I still haven't had time to check out the winners list.

Joyce Johnson April 9, 2016 at 9:18 PM Congratulations on your unique take on the contest and win. Love, Joyce Richard Lamoureux April 10, 2016 at 9:24 AM Thanks Joyce.

Connie Marcum Wong April 9, 2016 at 4:53 PM There are people just like this that live and die unsatisfied with life. A great winning entry Richard. Congratulations on your top placement! ; ) Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 6:40 PM Thanks Connie.

Brian Mcclain April 9, 2016 at 4:43 PM Hi Richard, Congrats on your win with this excellent cautionary tale--a reminder to whine less and appreciate more! Very worthwhile sentiments, powerfully conveyed. Cheers, Brian Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 6:40 PM Thanks Brian.

Shadow Hamilton April 9, 2016 at 4:27 PM novel approach Rick beautifully penned congrats on 3rd place hugs Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 6:38 PM Hugs back and a big thanks Shadow.

Eve Roper April 9, 2016 at 3:59 PM There is always someone to complain about anything and everything ha! Great way to discibe the seasons. Congratulations on your win! Hugs Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 6:38 PM Thanks Eve and thanks for the placement in your contest.

Jan Allison April 9, 2016 at 3:05 PM love your unique approach to this theme congrats on your win Richard:-) hugs jan xx Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 6:39 PM Thanks and hugs back to you.

Afolabi Muideen April 9, 2016 at 2:45 PM I'm glad I dropped by to read this.....thanks for sharing........A.M. Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 6:39 PM Thanks A.M.

Samantha Withee April 9, 2016 at 2:21 PM Very nice form. Good work, this poem flows really well. Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 6:39 PM Thanks Samantha.

Sandra Haight April 9, 2016 at 12:23 PM Richard, I really enjoyed your take on the 'seasons' theme! Well done, and congratulations on your nice placement. Sandra Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 6:41 PM Thanks Sandra.

Timothy Hicks April 9, 2016 at 12:32 AM We always want something different over what's currently happening ... internally dissatisfied, and the masters of criticism. Manmath is right, in that this is a very different take, as you went down a much more somber, thought-provoking road. Always a reason in mind with your pen. Great read. Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 8:13 AM Humans possess what is called a negativity bias. We can have a perfectly good day and if something bad happens, that bad thing s the only thing we remember. To overcome this we have to give intential thought to the good things in our lives. Thanks for the thoughtful response Timothy.

Manmath Dalei April 8, 2016 at 9:41 PM Dear Richard, It is completely different type of poem on seasons. very nice presentation....with love Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 9:02 AM Thanks Manmath.

Jai Bankson April 8, 2016 at 1:30 AM Sounds like me,It's to cold can't wait for spring,we don't have but summer and winter here so spring and fall are great for the whole three days of it..Good luck and great write Justin Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 6:41 PM Thanks Justin.:0)

Laura Leiser April 7, 2016 at 10:40 PM Loved the offbeat angle of this poem, Richard! Good job and good luck in the contest:) Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 6:42 PM Thanks Laura.

Andrea Dietrich April 7, 2016 at 8:55 PM wow, a deep message running through it, I really love a poem like this one!! Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 6:42 PM Thanks Andrea.

Nette Onclaud April 7, 2016 at 12:43 PM i like the unique take on the theme, rich.. this is amazing!..huggs Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 6:42 PM Thanks Nette.

Tim Smith April 7, 2016 at 11:19 AM Negativity can be the downfall of many Richard. I positively believe that is true. Richard Lamoureux April 9, 2016 at 6:43 PM So true Tim.

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