Richard Lamoureux Poet Rhyme

The Dark Side of a Coin

I roll along a dark ledge
Teetering between yesterday and oblivion
Contemplating one final sin
My ultimate act of inner hate
Do I have a choice or is it fate?
A half second away from nowhere
Feeling cool air blowing through my hair
Wishing it could blow away my despair
Lungs sucking in blackened air
Wondering if I ever mattered
Imagining blood splattered 
on dappled concrete
As bones and surface meet

I flip gleefully 
Imagining my relief
Heart pounding in chest
Beneath the letter held close to my breast
Within it all my sins confessed
Carefully laid out goodbyes
Written in rhymes
Thanking loved ones for the good times
Apologizing 
Agonizing
Trying to explain
The coagulation in my brain
Thoughts that overrun me like a morbid freight train
Sunshine that never penetrates my rain

One pennied foot in front of the other
I roll out on the air
Wondering if anyone will care
My mind hyper aware
A feeling that someone is there
In that instant I change my mind
Rotate and look behind
There the Devil stands 
I see his hateful smile
He's been whispering all the while
In his hand he holds a file
Labeled "Souls I've Taken!"
I'm both stirred and shaken
I feel my mind breaking
as I'm awaken
Mom says "get out of bed"
My eyes wide open
Thankfully not dead
Remembering what the Devil's file said
Sun shining brightly
Through my window and pain
I'm alive and sane
Not a concrete stain
I thank God I'm here
Feeling thankful
Once again!


For Shadow's contest
Written March 5th 2015

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Gogster Dw April 20, 2015 at 7:33 AM Hi Richard, I really enjoyed this read, its so deep and powerful and can be read on different levels. I really enjoyed this. Recina :-)

Cecilia Macfarlane March 18, 2015 at 7:52 PM Richard, a thought provoking write, glad to see light overpowered the dark. Congrats on your excellent write and win! Hugs Richard Lamoureux March 19, 2015 at 8:13 AM Thanks Cecilia, hugs back to you.

Rajat Kanti Chakrabarty March 12, 2015 at 9:24 AM I'm alive and sane that is important in this mayhem world.Love Richard. Congrats on win. >>rajat Richard Lamoureux March 12, 2015 at 9:41 AM Is any of us truly sane?

Dr. Upma A. Sharma March 12, 2015 at 2:36 AM That's so lovely n expressive Richard! At times feelings everyone might get,, congrats on big win! Richard Lamoureux March 12, 2015 at 8:21 AM Thanks Upma.

Jan Allison March 11, 2015 at 3:19 PM Dropping back with my congrats Richard:-) Hugs Jan xx Richard Lamoureux March 12, 2015 at 8:21 AM Thanks Jan, hugs to you too.

Shadow Hamilton March 11, 2015 at 11:44 AM hi Rick congrats on 2nd place hugs Richard Lamoureux March 11, 2015 at 12:47 PM Wow, thanks Shadow!

Shadow Hamilton March 10, 2015 at 8:06 PM Rick I am about to post winners and you still have not dated your poem hugs Richard Lamoureux March 11, 2015 at 10:44 AM Thanks for trying, I missed this message yesterday. Hugs Rick. Richard Lamoureux March 11, 2015 at 10:35 AM Thanks, I had it dated but for some reason it seems to have disappeared.

Liam Mcdaid March 10, 2015 at 10:49 AM oh how i relate to this powerful pen richard truly excellent piece of writing faith is a powerful weapon in darkness often i pray for the light our only salvation in the end really inspirational piece Richard Lamoureux March 12, 2015 at 9:45 AM Great comment, thanks Liam.

Arthur Vaso March 8, 2015 at 8:58 PM Wow this was very powerful and thought provoking, and again your turn darkness into light! A7 Richard Lamoureux March 12, 2015 at 9:44 AM Thanks Arthur, you are kind!

Donna Jones March 8, 2015 at 11:27 AM Wow Richard....I couldn't wait to get to the next line! Awesome job.....vibe of the movie no country for old men..simply love it..faving it Richard Lamoureux March 12, 2015 at 9:46 AM Sorry somehow I missed this amazing comment. Thanks Donna.

Paul Callus March 8, 2015 at 9:24 AM Dark, but ending in positivity. Powerfully expressed...thankful to be alive! Notwithstanding all, life is beautiful! #7 // paul Richard Lamoureux March 8, 2015 at 9:29 AM Thank you Paul.

Nette Onclaud March 7, 2015 at 4:41 PM such power in your word subtly dark and unique rick,, thanks for your recent contest.. very interesting,, huggs Richard Lamoureux March 7, 2015 at 5:44 PM Thanks Nette. Huggs back to you.

Eileen Manassian March 7, 2015 at 11:41 AM I miss reading something new, Rick. I hope you post what we talked about.....as it is. It's beautiful. Hugs Richard Lamoureux March 7, 2015 at 5:46 PM I love this avatar it makes me think of the 60s.

Monterey Sirak March 7, 2015 at 7:55 AM Fantastic, Rick. Your descriptions show how it is to reach that dark place, especially the first line..."I roll along a dark ledge" Sometimes all it takes is a small gust of wind to topple one way or the other. Richard Lamoureux March 7, 2015 at 5:46 PM Thanks Monterey.

Andrea Dietrich March 6, 2015 at 5:59 PM I really enjoyed this one, Richard. i think Shadow will too, and it is not so dark when you consider it was only a dream in the end. I have a poem where the devil grabs me at the end. It was based on a true nightmare I had in the 70's. Was yours based on a real dream? Richard Lamoureux March 6, 2015 at 6:03 PM No, just imagination and tapping into youthful feelings of despare.

Carrie Richards March 6, 2015 at 4:53 PM I'm so glad to know this is not a current state of "dark".... These are powerful words, that I am sure many others will find kinship, from one time or another. We have all felt ourselves teetering at some time in our lives. A strong and powerful poem this is! Richard Lamoureux March 6, 2015 at 5:29 PM Thanks Carrie.

Charmaine Chircop March 6, 2015 at 3:03 PM cont- can become the brighter side of the coin,by being touched by the way true believers love and forgive.We all have a million chances to see the sun and feel its warmth,even the crucifier of Jesus had a chance and that fills me with hope.I am thankful that I was taught about my God,as the God of love.You will only be taken by angels Rick.You are human like me,but I can feel it,you love your God..A deep poem that makes me scrutinize my compassion for others..Powerful words Rick Richard Lamoureux March 6, 2015 at 4:31 PM Thanks Charmaine, this thoughtful comment warms my heart.

Charmaine Chircop March 6, 2015 at 2:54 PM This poem reminds me of Saul and St.Stephen.Saul killed st.stephen cuz he was a christian,and whilst stephen was being killed,He looked at Saul and forgave him.Saul later converted to christianity cuz of the act of love He saw and God.The devil cried that day im sure.Our inner hate for those who bring us suffering,that is the evil part in us and yes we can be taken,or praying to God to help us hate the evil deed yet not the enemy.The enemy is a victim of the devil too..He is taken,He too

Njeri Hunjeri March 6, 2015 at 12:34 AM Am also guilty as charged of past dark thoughts. I enjoyed the write. I wish you the best in the contest Richard Lamoureux March 6, 2015 at 9:00 AM Thanks Njeri.

David Meade March 5, 2015 at 10:36 PM I felt the air sweeping past me as we fell and what a relief to be awaken . . . may we always hear that voice when darkness surrounds us! Well done Richard . . . you took us on a deadly trip and helped us see the nasty face of evil and hear the sweet voice of love. 7 Inspiring and empowering. Richard Lamoureux March 6, 2015 at 9:01 AM What a wonderful response David.

Kp Nunez March 5, 2015 at 6:37 PM Riveting, as all your writes are, Richard. Intense emotions jump from the page and grips the reader. Outstanding piece. :D Kim Richard Lamoureux March 6, 2015 at 9:02 AM You are kind Kim.

Jan Allison March 5, 2015 at 3:12 PM such a powerful write Richard such intense sad imagery - my heart goes out to anyone with these dark thoughts and sadly it can end in tragedy - thankfully your poem has a more positive ending. excellent entry for the contest:-) Good luck:-) hugs Jan xx 7 xx Richard Lamoureux March 6, 2015 at 9:02 AM Thanks Jan, I do prefer to end on a positive.

Casarah Nance March 5, 2015 at 12:10 PM wow this is intense emotions, I understand them for once upon a time dark thoughts entered my mind, thankful for incomplete acts. Best of luck in the contest sweetie, hugs.xx Richard Lamoureux March 5, 2015 at 1:48 PM Thanks dear one. I am thankful as well.

Emile Pinet March 5, 2015 at 11:53 AM A sad story filled with hurt and deep human feelings. The author skillfully brought the reader into the story and we felt like we were there, entertaining deep thoughts spurred by the author's words. The rhythm worked well here, giving each line an emphases and strengthening the effect it had on the reader. Emile #7++++ Richard Lamoureux March 5, 2015 at 1:49 PM I am pleased by your thoughtful reaction, thanks my friend.

Eileen Manassian March 5, 2015 at 9:58 AM So did I, Richard. Those dark thoughts revisit me at times. Powerful write. Richard Lamoureux March 5, 2015 at 10:14 AM I hope you will seek God's comfort and never act upon the deceiver's lies. Hugs Rick.