Richard Lamoureux Poet Rhyme

Survivor's Tale

I sit here and wonder, what I would do
If I experienced, the same fate as you
Would I call out to heaven, God oh why me
Or would I be thankful, on blended knee

In the end, I can only guess
You are there, you see the mess
I have time to ponder and think
You have no fresh water to drink

Actions not sympathy, are what you need
You have no time, for hollow words to read
So take my hand, let me help you out
Because in the end, that's what love's about

The storm is gone, your will remains
Let's restore the city, make it gleem again
The human spirit, is made to prevail
People will celebrate, your survivor's tale

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Malabika Ray Choudhury April 2, 2022 at 11:08 AM Found this shining gem as a featured poem, Richard. "Actions not sympathy, are what you need" - totally agree. Best wishes ~ Mala

Casarah Nance July 4, 2014 at 8:34 PM Every day there is another storm and always prayers to those who need the help

Isaiah Zerbst November 1, 2012 at 12:31 PM Good flow to this poem. It does make me wonder what I would do if I was in the same situation. Enjoyed reading it.

Vicky Tsiluma November 1, 2012 at 12:36 AM This is a lovely dedication Richard! When calamity strikes only humanity can heal wounds and path the way for reconstruction. Richard Lamoureux November 1, 2012 at 8:21 AM Thanks Vicky, I appreciate you stopping by to read.

Jon A Cavanaugh October 31, 2012 at 9:34 PM excellent work! Jon A Cavanaugh October 31, 2012 at 10:38 PM We had rain but no damaging wind or snow. Thanks. Richard Lamoureux October 31, 2012 at 9:45 PM Thanks Jon, I hope you were far from the storm.

Brittany Reynolds October 31, 2012 at 4:13 PM Good piece. It flows well. I stumbled a bit on the third stanza (I think the 'is' should be 'are' but it's difficult to tell what is intentional in poetry, sometimes) but the poem has an over all soothing tone. Good job. Richard Lamoureux October 31, 2012 at 5:34 PM Good suggestion, thanks I made the change. I appreciate you reading my poem and commenting.