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This Is Who I Am

Xxxxxxx Husband, son, father, friend Mary's sweetie, Matthew's dad, Edith's son, brother to Teresa and Roy Lover of family, friends and time alone Who feels passion, joy and doubt Who fears rejection, being forgotten and failure Who would like to see Paris, Greece and the face of my Savior Resident of Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada Xxxxxxxxx Xxxxxxx Proud, deceitful, lustful, liar holder of grudges, occupier of dark thoughts Competitive to a fault, craver of things material Temptations target Who feels torn in two Who fears his darker instincts Resident and member of humanity Xxxxxxxxx For Milton’s This is Who I am poetry Contest.

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James Fraser

Date: 11/18/2014 2:31:00 PM

Great Bio Richard, as for the latter, your certainly not he, James :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/18/2014 6:31:00 PM

I would hope the first part is more accurate but there is a grain of truth to the second part as well.

James Fraser

Date: 11/18/2014 2:30:00 PM

Great Bio Richard, as for the latter, your certainly not he, James :)

Eileen Manassian

Date: 10/27/2014 6:48:00 AM

Oh....I didn't read the second part of this poem. Wow! I only read the first part...I didn't see the second part first time around. WOW! That takes courage, Richard. That takes courage. I'm SO proud of you.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/27/2014 8:47:00 AM

Thanks, if you read my responses you will understand my motivation. Probably when you read it I hadn't written this portion.

Cecilia Macfarlane

Date: 10/24/2014 1:53:00 PM

Your poem reminds me of Billy Joel's song, "The Stranger"....we all have a face that we hide away, kudos to you for showing two sides....terrific write Rick! Hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/27/2014 8:45:00 AM

Thanks Cecila, by aknowledging our darker natures we strip that nature of much of its power. Hugs back to you.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 10/23/2014 11:07:00 AM

The two sided coin...Way to go ...Got a chuckle..Congrats...Sara

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/27/2014 8:42:00 AM

Thanks Sarah.

Carrie Richards

Date: 10/21/2014 4:47:00 PM

I love the honesty, that shows two sides, which each one of us holds within! Well done! Nice to know you better, Richard!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/21/2014 7:55:00 PM

Thanks Carrie, I didn't scare you away *lol*

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 10/21/2014 4:37:00 AM

- Congratulations on your wonderful 1st place in the bio contest,Richard! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/21/2014 8:30:00 AM

Thanks Anne Lise

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 10/20/2014 11:54:00 PM

Wow glad to know more of u Richard! Amazing person having known! Congrats on big win!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/21/2014 1:12:00 AM

As always you are kind dear Upma.

Paul Callus

Date: 10/20/2014 3:49:00 PM

Hi Richard...back for another read...and with congratulations on your high placement. // paul

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/21/2014 1:13:00 AM

Hello and thanks Paul.

Red Fiery

Date: 10/20/2014 9:12:00 AM

Once again , I am amazed to read your work ! I feel that I am learning something and it most importantly , it brings smile on my face...sorry that I couldn't read any of your work for such A LONG TIME. This poem talks about many phases and faces that we all have ...fantastic work again !

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/20/2014 10:05:00 AM

Thanks Red, I tried to add some edge to this piece and have people consider the duality of being human. The good thing about free choice is we can nurture the better parts of our nature.

Brenda Meier-Hans

Date: 10/19/2014 3:38:00 PM

Congratulations on your win Richard. You sound like a wonderful person, no wait, you sound like an evil villain. No I choose to believe the good guy first.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/20/2014 10:06:00 AM

Ha ha great comment!

Jan Allison

Date: 10/19/2014 2:09:00 PM

Congrats on your first place win Richard:-) Hugs Jan xxx

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/20/2014 10:06:00 AM

Thanks Jan.

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 10/19/2014 1:50:00 PM

A pleasure to meet you both, Congratulations Richard on your first place win.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/20/2014 10:08:00 AM

The three of us make quite the pair *lol*.

Paul Callus

Date: 10/19/2014 6:58:00 AM

Hi Richard...you present us with a double image; the first is the Richard I know, the second is what Richard would not like to be. None of us are perfect; I too have had my imperfections, most of which I have managed to control and even eradicate as I get older. // I too did like Heather and looked up your area...and yes, it is beautiful, while your reference to Tuscany is true. Have a nice Sunday. // paul

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/19/2014 7:33:00 AM

All of us have a duality and the nature we choose to feed will be what is ultimately revealed. My baser nature informs me less if I stay connected to my Savior's heart. Still I must acknowledge it so that it does not hold me within it's grip. The knowledge and experience of the other self provides the empathy to understand my brothers struggles.

Arthur Vaso

Date: 10/18/2014 10:53:00 PM

Hi there Richard, haven't been here as much, so catching up with my favs!!! This is great, the title got me, original, and well just exposing your true self like that, is well, a hope for us all!!! :) I will get around to reading more soon my friend!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/19/2014 7:35:00 AM

Thanks Arthur, see my comment above to Paul. I think it goes to what I was trying to say with this piece.

Justin Bordner

Date: 10/18/2014 6:34:00 PM

Damn Richard, you covered day and night so marvelously in this poem. The transition to your other face was so unanticipated and convincing therefore. Bold expression of duality, what an uppercut that dark side is, I admire how you make dark honesty a virtue my friend. Poigyant reference to your Savior as well...cool how you incorporated your full name in the verses. J.A.B.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/18/2014 6:52:00 PM

Thanks Justin, after I wrote the first part it was to sacren for my liking, I wanted to stir things up a bit. Your comments always bring a smile to my face.

Heather Ober

Date: 10/16/2014 11:16:00 AM

Lovely to learn more about you, Richard! I would also like to see Greece, especially the Acropolis in Athens. But first I want to see the rest of Canada, especially BC, since I have never been out West! Take care.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/18/2014 6:57:00 AM

Thanks for checking it out Heather.

Heather Ober
Date: 10/17/2014 2:43:00 PM

I just looked it up and the photos are breathtaking!!! You live in an amazing part of the world. Great inspiration for poetry ;)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/16/2014 1:42:00 PM

I live in Kelowna which is located on Lake Okanagan in the heart of wine country. When we were in Tuscany I was amazed at the similarities. Google Mission Hill Winery, it is one of the most beautiful Wineries in the world. We also have a resort called Sparkling Hill wich was developed by Shirofski Crystal which is just outside of Kelowna.

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 10/16/2014 10:38:00 AM

How wonderful to know a little better my friend Richard! Certain it is that the face of our savior you will see and maybe if you come to Greece you see mine as well since we did not meet when I was living in Canada, Montreal! Do not worry about failure for already you have succeeded in having a son and a wife to adore you and so many friends! God bless you!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/16/2014 1:52:00 PM

Thanks Demetrios, fear of failure has been a positive thing for it has pushed me to succeed. I do also appreciate the people God has blessed me with. Should I be fortunate to make my way to your country I would be honored to make your aquantance in person. Blessings to you as well.

Dorian Petersen Potter

Date: 10/16/2014 3:30:00 AM

I loved reading your bio poem Richard! Well written my friend. I want to see one day very much too the face of my creator, King and savior, Jesus Christ. :) Good luck in the contest! Love & light! xxx D.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/16/2014 1:53:00 PM

Thanks Dorian, I appreciate your kind visit

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

Date: 10/15/2014 8:59:00 PM

the second line is an umbrella of who you can be.. :) wow!!! Hope and pray all your heart's desire will come true with the blessings of our God.. :)! [well, your last name is one of the most difficult surnames to spell.. :D]

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/16/2014 1:54:00 PM

Yours is rather difficult as well. I have nothing to complain about, God has been extreamly generous. Thanks for your visit Olive.

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 10/15/2014 4:35:00 PM

I loved reading your bio Richard,and I hope your bucket wishes of places to visit come true.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/16/2014 1:55:00 PM

Me too! I have enjoyed traveling but there are so many places left that I would love to visit.

Jan Allison

Date: 10/15/2014 10:55:00 AM

So lovely to meet YOU Richard - I too adore your surname it suits such a lovely man:-)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/16/2014 1:56:00 PM

You make me blush Jan! ;0)

Eileen Manassian

Date: 10/15/2014 9:28:00 AM

Your name has always fascinated me...because I love French...and the meaning of your name is amazing. You are that person...the person you have describe. A wonderful man, poet, and friend. Bless you!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/15/2014 9:45:00 AM

Bless you as well Eileen.