Freddie Robinson Jr. Poet Free verse

To My Poet Friend

He is my poet friend
I know his voice
through the stroking of his pen
A kind-hearted gentle giant,
who towers above lesser humans
His compassion has made him grow
into a mountain of benevolence
I do not know him personally,
but I feel I know him very well
Kindred spirits
have this unique ability,
we can always tell
one of our own
Possessing hope unsullied ... faith full-blown
He's like a wise king to me,
someone who enjoys walking amongst the people,
more than sitting on his throne
This is why he is my poet friend
I'm soothed by his voice
through the stroking of his pen
Aaah, yes ... his poetry
This distinctive voice is what first attracted me,
made me ponder deep things
Made me laugh at human foibles
with his articulate phrasings
I am humbled that he considers me
as one of his poet friends
This simply reveals the heart of the man,
it's big enough to let most anyone in


A tribute to my beloved friend, Richard Lamoureux

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Darlene De Beaulieu February 17, 2017 at 2:58 PM Hello Freddie I have enjoyed reading your poetry I like this poem Love And hugs.

Sunita U.D Palawon February 6, 2017 at 8:55 PM A great tribute to a great friend! Well deserved POTD! Congrats. :)

S.Zaynab Kamoonpuri February 1, 2017 at 12:06 AM Wow congrats on your honor too. This was a heartwarming amicable poem and written superbly. Accolades well deserved. Kudos.

Janis Medders Tobechi January 19, 2017 at 8:41 PM Congrats on having the POTD. Richard is a good hearted person that gives ''make sense'' contests. Nice tribute.

Casarah Nance January 19, 2017 at 9:54 AM very nice tribute, congrats on poem of the day

Alexis Y. January 19, 2017 at 9:19 AM Hey Freddie, I must say this is fine choice to receive such an honor. Congratulations on getting the poem of the day. It was well deserved: -) Alexis

Paul Callus January 19, 2017 at 8:53 AM This is an excellent poem which not only sounds, but IS sincere. Richard is talented, but above all he is a gentleman who I hold in high esteem. Congrats on p.o.t.d. Best regards // paul

Charlie Smith January 19, 2017 at 8:20 AM As fine a tribute you could afford, congratulations for POTD honors Freddie...

Phionah Renitah January 19, 2017 at 7:47 AM great for each time I open my page my friend has passed there.I love you poet friend

Connie Marcum Wong January 19, 2017 at 4:20 AM Congratulations on POTD! Well deserved!

Connie Marcum Wong January 19, 2017 at 1:04 AM I agree with your wonderful tribute Freddie. I wrote an Acrostic tribute for him some time ago. Your poem is much more beautiful. I am sure he is truly honored. 7 ; )

Cheryl Hoffman January 17, 2017 at 7:42 PM A beautiful tribute to a very fine poet Freddie! :) Richard Lamoureux January 17, 2017 at 11:05 PM Thanks Cheryl.

Anne-Lise Andresen January 17, 2017 at 2:38 PM - A lovely tribute for Richard, Freddie - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Richard Lamoureux January 17, 2017 at 11:05 PM ;0)

Jan Allison January 17, 2017 at 11:50 AM A fabulous tribute to a real gentleman on soup:-) hugs Jan xx Richard Lamoureux January 17, 2017 at 11:04 PM Thanks Jan.

Richard Lamoureux January 17, 2017 at 9:47 AM Wow Freddie, certainly a favourite and a 7. If only I could see myself in this way. I am honoured and deeply moved my friend. Blessings to you Freddie. You too have moved me with your words on many occasions. I have also been bolstered by your generous comments and thoughtful soupmails. I humbly give thanks.

Alexis Y. January 17, 2017 at 7:48 AM Hi Freddie, You've penned a good tribute piece for Richard. He's a poet that many soupers like and respect . His poetry is in a class by itself. His gift is truly remarkable. It's great you can call him friend. A without a doubt seven:-) Alexis Richard Lamoureux January 17, 2017 at 9:48 AM Thanks sweet Alexis.