Soul Factory

Welcome, 
to the Soul Factory
We have cool souls,
sophisticated souls,
luxury and economy.
Choice is a matter,
of who you want to be.

Yes we ship souls,
to many exotic places.
The beauty of some souls
shine through on faces.
But that isn’t true 
in a few cases
Still our souls fit,
into big and small spaces.

We offer young souls
and old souls.
Some souls refurbished
with extra hot coals.
Each soul’s prepared,
to play different roles.
Some kind,
some cruel, 
others may play the fool.
Uncontrollable souls,
might not follow the Golden Rule


If you are lucky
you’ll find inner peace
Those souls are mostly 
shipped to the east
They know more,
even though they have the least
Somehow mindfulness,
 calms their inner beast.
They are content
during famine and feast

Once selected,
just wait and see,
if your soul will make history.
Unfortunately we can’t promise,
there’s no guarantee,
some souls prefer obscurity.
Others seem to thrive on inner misery.
They may not match,
your life expectancy 
Either way traveler,
you get what you choose,
there’s a no return policy,
here at the Soul Factory!

For Caren’s What would you make if you had a factory contest.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Allison Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 4:18 PM
what a creative piece Richard congrats on your win and belated congrats on POTD:-) hugs Jan xx
Lamoureux Avatar
June 4, 2020 at 7:02 AM
Thanks Jan. ;0)
Watt Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 1:10 PM
This is both fun and deep, Richard. Enjoyed your musings on the soul and your many nice rhymes. Congratulations on your win ~ John
Lamoureux Avatar
June 4, 2020 at 7:02 AM
Thanks John, much appreciated.
Goldsmith Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 10:48 AM
WOW!!!! Congratulations on your win. What a wonderful write. Enjoy your win and day........
Lamoureux Avatar
June 6, 2020 at 11:17 AM
Thanks Paula.
Perrin Avatar
September 26, 2019 at 10:14 AM
I second what Vladislav said, I was as hooked from the beginning. Love this ! :-) x
Lamoureux Avatar
September 26, 2019 at 10:52 AM
Thanks again Elaine.
Raven Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 3:20 PM
Hi Richard. Love, Love, Love the content of this excellent write. I was hooked from the first few lines and the piece just sang to my consciousness. Your word flow is magnificent as always and the thoughts are deep and well written. Excellent write my friend. Your creativity and poetic skill are shining my friend. Another fav from me. Have a wonderful Tuesday. Hugs - Mike.
Mitra Avatar
July 17, 2019 at 8:49 PM
An innovative thought... Very deep... even in East people now seek contentment in material things.. so called growing economy.. Loved your theme and simple style
Lamoureux Avatar
August 4, 2019 at 9:23 AM
Thanks So sorry I missed reading this comment until now.
Lindley Avatar
July 16, 2019 at 2:42 PM
I just now found this superbly crafted piece my friend. Beautifully composed and right on the mark... A fav....
Lamoureux Avatar
August 4, 2019 at 9:23 AM
You are kind Robert.
Dietrich Avatar
July 12, 2019 at 7:32 PM
hmmm, the reason I said congratulations on this one was because the guy below my comment had said it! Anyway, maybe it's one for a future contest!! thanks for reading Dryad again
Lamoureux Avatar
July 13, 2019 at 12:54 AM
My pleasure Andrea.
Ashford Avatar
July 12, 2019 at 8:29 AM
Sweet write. Lots of new content and imaginative thought.
Lamoureux Avatar
July 12, 2019 at 8:30 AM
Thanks Eric.
Krutsinger Avatar
July 9, 2019 at 3:20 AM
A belated congratulations on your POTD, Richard. This was a fun, exciting, and promising upbeat poem! I believe in reincarnation, so this entered into my love for this darling poem! Well written and FUN to read! Thank you for this.
Lamoureux Avatar
July 9, 2019 at 7:25 AM
Thanks so much Caren, so pleased you enjoyed it.
B. Avatar
July 7, 2019 at 7:22 PM
A belated congratulations on your POTD, Richard.. I reaaly enjoyed you unique creativity .. Such an interesting take on our souls!! You penned a marvelous write, my friend..Have a blessed day!
Lamoureux Avatar
July 7, 2019 at 7:28 PM
Thanks Robertina.
Breidenthal Avatar
July 7, 2019 at 1:14 AM
Amazing poem! Reminds me of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory for some reason! This is a great poem! -JWE
Lamoureux Avatar
July 7, 2019 at 7:28 PM
Thanks JWE. ;0)
Romios Avatar
July 6, 2019 at 9:00 PM
What a phenomenal POTD. Superb and truly creative. Your impressed~ Panagiota
Sands Avatar
July 6, 2019 at 12:10 PM
Creative and well written Richard! I enjoyed this :) and...congratulations!
Lamoureux Avatar
July 6, 2019 at 3:20 PM
Thanks Heidi.
Riabi Dziri Avatar
July 5, 2019 at 11:05 AM
A profound poem that lends itself to many readings.. A picture in which you describe with your unique pen the striking characteristics of human nature! Great work deserving the honour of acknowledgement.. A belated congratulations, Richard, on your POTD.. my deepest regards. Blessings.
Lamoureux Avatar
July 5, 2019 at 1:46 PM
Thanks again Besma.
Trifiatis Avatar
July 4, 2019 at 4:48 AM
Marvelous poem my dear friend, Richard! Huge congratulations for POTD! Like old time! Lol!
Lamoureux Avatar
July 4, 2019 at 8:13 AM
Thanks Demetrios.
Horsman Avatar
July 1, 2019 at 2:57 PM
Intriguing poem, Richard, i'm sure i have commented on this before, yet cannot find my comment......
Lamoureux Avatar
July 1, 2019 at 3:15 PM
Thanks Harry. ;0)
Y. Avatar
July 1, 2019 at 6:49 AM
Wow! Richard, Your poetry is always deep and we'll written. Congratulations on getting the of day. It was well deserved:-) Alexis
Lamoureux Avatar
July 1, 2019 at 8:59 AM
You are kind, much appreciated.
Neels Avatar
June 29, 2019 at 9:44 AM
Hey Richard, thank you for luring me back to the soup with your comment.. Hope you are doing well. I really enjoyed this one of yours. Quite an interesting take on "the soul factory".. its true what you say its all about the choices we make. Awesome write!!
Lamoureux Avatar
June 30, 2019 at 4:22 PM
Thanks Wilma, let me know when you post something new.
Papyrus Avatar
June 29, 2019 at 8:37 AM
In the end, hopefully its saved. The perfect one was crucified by some rotten ones. Interesting and pleasing!
Lamoureux Avatar
June 29, 2019 at 9:17 AM
Yes, that is the preferable outcome. Glad you enjoyed my brother of the pen. ;0)
Ashley Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 9:39 PM
Every soul has a role to play in the grand plan and your poem expresses this in the most charming and creative way, Richard. Congratulations on your wonderful and well deserved recognition with POTD honors. Warmest wishes always my friend.. ~Susan
Lamoureux Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 9:47 PM
Thanks Susan, hugs Rick.
Rodrigues Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 8:50 AM
Richard, you have outdone yourself on this soulful delight! Chuckled at: Some souls refurbished with extra hot coals. Congrats on a much deserved POTD! And thank you for making my day with your comments on my poems 6/28/2019 Hugs..Kim
Lamoureux Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 8:56 AM
My pleasure Kim.
Dietrich Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 1:48 AM
I see this has won a contest. Congrats, Richard
Lamoureux Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 8:14 AM
No, I didn’t enter any contests with this one.
Romios Avatar
June 27, 2019 at 9:26 AM
You are an excellent poet. Panagiota
Lamoureux Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 8:14 AM
Thanks Panagiota.
Sergi Avatar
June 26, 2019 at 4:53 PM
Hi Rick: Ultimately the soul is an independent spirit and you have epitomized that. Congratulations!
Lamoureux Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 8:36 AM
Thanks Ralph.
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