Richard Lamoureux Poet Quatrain

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Theme: Spontaneity 

Title: Spontaneity 

Host: Unseeking Seeker

Date submitted: February 27th 2024

Spontaneity

I got lost again
in childlike wonder 
Looked for seashells 
while listening to thunder

The rain it came
soaked me to the core
I paid it no mind
while exploring the shore

I removed my clothes 
too wet to wear
Laughed and skipped
danced without a care

The troubles of the world
slipped from my shoulders 
My adult responsibilities 
and mountain of folders

On a secluded beach
with childlike glee
I discovered the essence 
of who I used to be.

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Eileen Manassian December 7, 2024 at 12:09 AM Awwwww... so liberating. I felt myself dancing and running along... Richard Lamoureux December 7, 2024 at 3:56 PM Thanks Eileen,I’m pleased you enjoyed it.

Don Iannone March 13, 2024 at 6:53 AM Richard, your poem perfectly captures the age-old wisdom: when life gives you thunder, just look for seashells! It's a delightful reminder that sometimes getting lost is the best way to find yourself—preferably while dancing half-naked in the rain. ~Don Richard Lamoureux March 13, 2024 at 9:59 AM Much appreciated Don. Thanks for the visit.

Valsa George March 7, 2024 at 9:41 PM Enjoyed the retracing of your foot steps back to your childhood days! An empty beach, sea shells strewn on the sea strand, a sudden rain drenching you through...! Your natural instinct of dispensing with the baggage of rain-soaked clothes and running nude as a child. What spontaneity, what child-like freedom! Lovely poem. Congratulations dear Richard on your great win. Richard Lamoureux March 7, 2024 at 10:05 PM I’m pleased you enjoyed it.

Sam Kauffman March 7, 2024 at 12:07 PM Richard, this poem is so filled with "childlike glee!" Perfect wording. Great cadence through your rhymes. Your words just sparkle like spring rain. Congratulations on your win! Blessings! Richard Lamoureux March 7, 2024 at 3:42 PM What a nice surprise. Thanks for your kind comment.

Karen Jones March 6, 2024 at 11:47 PM This is delightful and insightful about the effects of the sea on me too! Congratulations on your high placement in the contest Richard! Richard Lamoureux March 7, 2024 at 3:42 PM Much appreciated.

Daniel Henry Rodgers March 3, 2024 at 4:27 AM Dear Richard, you beautifully capture the essence of rediscovering childlike joy amidst life's storms. It livens the soul, showing me to find peace in simple wonders. This is a heartfelt piece—it reignites memories of innocence and freedom, grounding me in the present moment. - Blessings, Daniel Richard Lamoureux March 3, 2024 at 7:30 AM Thanks for reading. In reality I did not have that time of innocence. It is a construct of my imagination. I am thankful for imagination.

Maria Williams March 1, 2024 at 8:54 PM Its always wonderful to go back to where you spent your happiest times as a child. I do it quite often. Great poem Richard ...Hugs Richard Lamoureux March 1, 2024 at 11:39 PM Thanks and a big hug back to you.

Cecilia Macfarlane February 28, 2024 at 8:27 PM Richard, this is simply delightful. Love how you captured childhood wonderment and joy. Hugs Richard Lamoureux March 1, 2024 at 11:40 PM Thanks so much Cecilia. ;0)

Gershon Wolf February 28, 2024 at 8:03 PM Delightful and delicious, Richard... Only one question: I was with you all the way there as you shed your adult trappings... right up until you wrote 'of whom.' ~ Ahem, Pete R. Pan Richard Lamoureux December 7, 2024 at 3:58 PM Cute response Gershon.

Kim Rodrigues February 27, 2024 at 8:09 PM It’s great to get away, rediscover childlike wonder! Richard Lamoureux February 27, 2024 at 8:50 PM Thanks for reading and commenting.

Ilene Bauer February 27, 2024 at 12:54 PM very touching and well-written, richard! best of luck in the contest... Richard Lamoureux February 27, 2024 at 12:56 PM Thanks Ilene. ;0)

Hilda Greenhough February 27, 2024 at 11:39 AM So sad. Peter Pan grew up too. I say always be able to go back to childhood. A very positive poem. Richard Lamoureux February 27, 2024 at 12:57 PM Good comparison. Thanks for reading.

Sotto Poet February 27, 2024 at 10:27 AM This piece exudes creativity and brilliance, a truly heartwarming and beautiful poem. It offers a unique perspective, and I wish you the best of luck. Richard Lamoureux February 27, 2024 at 12:57 PM Thanks Sotto.

Silent One February 27, 2024 at 10:16 AM A lovely take on the contest.. Best of luck.. Richard Lamoureux February 27, 2024 at 12:58 PM Thanks Silent One.

Kelli White February 27, 2024 at 5:37 AM Beautiful and heartwarming to read, RL, kelli Richard Lamoureux February 27, 2024 at 5:39 AM Thanks so much.