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To Capture a Poet

The best way to capture a poet You can place them in a cage of words Within verse their emotions contained Each beat of their heart steeped in the pain You can place them in a cage of words Still they will write their way to freedom Each beat of their heart steeped in pain They wake up in the morning and sing Still they will write their way to freedom Poets are a complicated breed They wake up in the morning and sing With inspiration their souls will rise Poets are a complicated breed With their words they cut away the chains With inspiration their souls will rise Through worded walls they make their escape With their words they cut away the chains Within verse their emotions contained Through worded walls they make their escape With words you can't capture a poet

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Jai Bankson

Date: 6/9/2016 7:38:00 PM

You never fail to surprise me..Great write!9.5

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 6/9/2016 7:56:00 PM

Thanks again my friend.

Louise Holley

Date: 4/17/2014 1:49:00 PM

This is so very true. Lovely write richard.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/17/2014 2:02:00 PM

Thanks Louise.

Sheri Fresonke Harper

Date: 3/3/2014 4:11:00 PM

I'm impressed with this wonderful pantoum, Richard, you capture why poet's write poetry

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/3/2014 4:19:00 PM

Thanks Sheri.

Scott Thirtyseven

Date: 1/23/2014 2:27:00 AM

Some time ago I added this poem to my fav's. My intention at that time was to one day get to know you a little better then ask if I could please tweet a link to this piece. So today with a slightly better rapport with you I'd like to ask if I may tweet a link to this poem. I don't have many followers, and am not sure if my previous links to poems have created much traffic, but may I try?

Scott Thirtyseven
Date: 1/23/2014 10:06:00 PM

It has been done, best of luck with the resultant influx of readers (LOL). I have sent that mail. Cheers mate, Scott

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/23/2014 7:43:00 AM

Absolutely Scott I would be honored. Soup mail me and tell me more about yourself.

Herzel Poshiwa

Date: 1/21/2014 6:21:00 AM

So True for those who have a poetic heart. It never dies....Simply Beautiful.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/21/2014 8:19:00 AM

;0)

Scott Thirtyseven

Date: 12/20/2013 4:41:00 PM

That is one great poem. I haven't heard of this form before, but you've got me hooked.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/20/2013 5:09:00 PM

It is a very old form which has lost its popularity. I personally like it. Thanks for visiting.

Karen Anglesey

Date: 12/17/2013 9:08:00 PM

Perfectly penned. This form really showcases the wonderful lines. It's got to be one of your best of all the best! Going in my faves. So inspiring. Wishing you a wonderful and joyous season :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/18/2013 8:49:00 AM

Thank you Karen, I hadn't written one of these in a while, I had to really think my way through it. I'm pleased it resonated with you.

Richard D Seal

Date: 12/17/2013 7:12:00 PM

Yes, words will set us free, as long as they are the right ones, as indeed these are Rick. Inspirational poem. Take care Richard

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/18/2013 8:50:00 AM

Thanks Rich, you are kind.

Monterey Sirak

Date: 12/17/2013 8:21:00 AM

Astounding write! Poets "write their way to freedom" That pretty much sums it up.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/17/2013 9:02:00 AM

Thanks Monterey.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/17/2013 8:00:00 AM

wow, Richard. Too bad no pantoum contest in sight. This would be a prize poem for one!! I love how you used that form to emulate poets.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/17/2013 9:01:00 AM

Thanks Andrea, run a Pantoum contest and I will happily enter it*lol*

Nette Onclaud

Date: 12/17/2013 7:35:00 AM

well scribed, rich.. we cannot dissect the expression of an artist in its fullest.. that's the mystery of poetry... enjoyed, enjoyed!.. huggs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/17/2013 9:00:00 AM

Thanks and a big hug!

Eileen Manassian

Date: 12/16/2013 3:51:00 PM

Lovely write, Richard.........Although......I'm captured, captivated, and and totally caught by words.......Have a safe trip home to your sweetie........

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/17/2013 8:59:00 AM

;0)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/16/2013 4:11:00 PM

Perhaps that's a good thing. It will heighten your anticipation all that more. In time.....all in good time.........All things work for the best of those who love the Lord.....You never know...why the delay.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/16/2013 4:09:00 PM

Thanks Eileen, I am looking forward to getting home. Unfortunately I have a 3 hour wait here in Calgary.

Liam Mcdaid

Date: 12/16/2013 12:10:00 PM

i liked the cage of words beautifully drawn excellently penned vision

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/16/2013 3:31:00 PM

Thanks Liam.

Voahanitriniaina Rabary-Andriamanday

Date: 12/16/2013 12:05:00 PM

A breathtaking gem as usual, dear Ricky! High waves of deeply felt emotions splashing diamonds high up in a dark sky of blue, blue feelings... Hugs, Hanitra

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/16/2013 3:32:00 PM

Hanitra! What a pleasant surprise, so nice to have a visit from you.

Mark Peterson

Date: 12/16/2013 9:01:00 AM

Richard this is all so achingly true. I think I will declare poetry to be the fifth dimension. What an amazing, difficult and heartfelt write.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/16/2013 3:35:00 PM

I like that idea Mark. We are all part of the fifth dimension, we should take our show on the road. Thanks for your thoughtful comment.

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 12/16/2013 8:27:00 AM

a well thought out write Rick it has a fun element to it too splendid write Shadow x smile hug

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/16/2013 3:35:00 PM

Thanks Shadow. Big hug back.

Poet Tacito

Date: 12/16/2013 7:24:00 AM

Quite right here. Though, to capture me, it'll take some fresh-baked Lasagna, garlic bread, & some Muscadine wine, while holding an old Nintendo in your hands. Nicely done!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/16/2013 3:37:00 PM

Ha ha, now all the ladies that read this will be sending you dinner invitations.

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 12/16/2013 5:04:00 AM

I agree with words you can't capture a poet, Richard

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/16/2013 5:09:00 AM

Thanks Dr. Ram for your kind visit.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 12/16/2013 5:00:00 AM

Captured words penned express your emotion...Enjoyed reading this one today..Thanks for the visit to my page..The days 'pon the calendar have contain good and bad but the good outways the bad..Sara

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/16/2013 5:07:00 AM

So glad to hear that Sara. Thanks for visiting.