Richard Lamoureux Poet Free verse

Taken

It's one thing to lose something, another to have it taken
Ripped from your hands, someone stronger exerting their control
The feeling of helplessness, the bully at school taking your lunch
That girl you loved that has taken your heart

What of the loved ones, those taken before you said goodbye
The days and moments that have been taken by time
What of the things I have taken?
I have taken you for granted, caught up in my little world
Not aware of the moments I have taken, the laughter we could have had
The smiles I have taken from you
I have taken liberties with your love, for this I am truly sorry

I have taken chances and been rewarded for my choices
I have been taken away by ecstasy, feelings beyond my imagination
I have had moments that have taken my breath away

my life has taken many paths
It has not been the easiest journey
Much has been given, more will be taken
I hope I have taken a higher road
I accept all things are temporary
When this life is taken, what will I have given in return?

Entry for Taken Contest. Was not expecting that one little word
Embodied so much emotion. Good contest idea!

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Vicky Tsiluma January 29, 2013 at 2:59 AM Nice development of the theme Richard! When we think of all the aspects in our lives when things are taken not given freely - then the true meaning of this seemingly simple word sets in. You've done a good job in highlighting it. Nice! Richard Lamoureux January 29, 2013 at 7:39 AM Thanks Vicky, I appreciate your thoughtful comments.

Harry Horsman January 16, 2013 at 6:58 AM you certainly get the sentimental juices flowing here, Richard ,,,,amazing poetry amazing creation.... Richard Lamoureux January 16, 2013 at 7:44 AM Thanks Harry.

Daver Austin January 15, 2013 at 8:57 AM A fine homily, Richard. Luck in the contest. daver Richard Lamoureux January 15, 2013 at 9:18 AM Thanks Daver

Yanny Widjanarko January 15, 2013 at 7:35 AM Your words taken me from my reality :p what a great and emotional penned Rick, beautiful poem for my night reading :) - hug, yanny Richard Lamoureux January 15, 2013 at 8:37 AM Goodnight Yanny.sweet dreams.

Vesna Kovrlija January 15, 2013 at 3:43 AM Thoughtful and beautiful! Richard Lamoureux January 15, 2013 at 8:38 AM Thanks Vesna

Ilene Bauer January 14, 2013 at 2:49 PM nice one! i like the examples you've chosen. it sounds perfect for the contest... Richard Lamoureux January 14, 2013 at 4:13 PM Thanks Ilene.

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl January 14, 2013 at 1:19 PM Wow i think this is for the taken contest. Love this one Richard and all the best if for the contest xx Richard Lamoureux January 14, 2013 at 1:35 PM Thanks Mandy, you are right, it is for the contest.

Eileen Manassian January 14, 2013 at 12:45 PM I really really enjoyed going through each line of this poem while thinking how the words rings true in my own life! Awesome write, Richard! VERY WELL DONE! :) Richard Lamoureux January 14, 2013 at 1:17 PM Thanks Eileen, I am pleased you connected with my words.

Jack Horne January 14, 2013 at 10:22 AM love this thoughtful and thought provoking write, my friend Richard Lamoureux January 14, 2013 at 10:43 AM Thanks Jack.