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Tommorow Or In a Hundred Years

if I should die tommorow or in one hundred years I've been blessed by all I've seen and sounds that have graced my ears It hasn't always been easy Yet, I would not change a thing From hardship came such beauty Within my thankful I can sing I have lived all my moments Both the quiet and extreme In these moments of contemplation I am appreciative of where I've been A guest upon this planet on life's beach a grain of sand The reason I have significance Is that I'm cradled in my Savior's hand I have known love, above all else To be the essence that makes life real A husband, father, brother and friend My loved ones are the spokes upon my wheel! So my ending is only a beginning Tommorow or in a hundred years If at that time you cry for me I hope they will be happy tears. Inspired by Demetrios's poem "Life a gift is" Please be sure to visit Demetrios, his poetry shines!

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CayCay Jennings

Date: 10/27/2015 11:32:00 AM

Amen. I get and live and concur with every line. Beautiful, Richard ... CayCay

Neva Romaine

Date: 10/23/2015 11:57:00 AM

Hey Richard, still visiting and enjoying your poems. This is a wonderful poem of thanksgiving for life and for our Savior. We should all be so blessed to enjoy every moment with our families and friends. Great inspiration and you are right - Demetrios is a fine poet. Be Blessed, Neva

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/23/2015 12:49:00 PM

Thanks Neva!

Dominic Amezimi

Date: 10/22/2015 5:25:00 PM

Here! some of my tear dropped for you! Great work, i'm archiving it, i hope you do not mind...

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/23/2015 9:33:00 AM

I am honoured!

Dominique Webb

Date: 10/21/2015 8:00:00 AM

A very beautiful poem, Richard.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/21/2015 8:09:00 AM

Thanks Rhoda, I appreciate the visit.

Brian Baumgarn

Date: 10/20/2015 1:54:00 AM

Very touching, Richard. Have been reflecting on these topics with friends quite a bit, not in a negative sense, but in appreciation for each day. And, yes, Demetrios writes great stuff, too. A big 7.

Brian Baumgarn
Date: 10/21/2015 2:14:00 AM

This poem rings true like Rilke's work. He was sad and sentimental but he loved every minute of life in his words. Thanks for these.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/20/2015 8:16:00 AM

Thanks Brian!;0)

Cecilia Macfarlane

Date: 10/19/2015 8:38:00 PM

So beautiful and touching Richard...being thankful makes life that much sweeter. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/19/2015 8:54:00 PM

So true, hugs back to you Cecilia.

Viv Wigley

Date: 10/18/2015 2:06:00 PM

A fine piece, Richard, and hopefully not an epitaph for a long time yet. regards, Viv

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/18/2015 3:55:00 PM

I'm going to try for the Hundred years!

Monterey Sirak

Date: 10/18/2015 8:46:00 AM

An inspiring, enchanting write. Love the line "I have known love, above all else" Faith, hope and love...but the greatest of these is love.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/18/2015 3:55:00 PM

So true.

Casarah Nance

Date: 10/17/2015 5:03:00 PM

:) hugs ,

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/18/2015 3:55:00 PM

Hugs back Casarah.

Kp Nunez

Date: 10/17/2015 5:39:00 AM

Beautiful write, Rick. It is so nice to see posts from you inspired by Souper's writes. You have the talent to draw the message and expound in such a poetic way. 7. hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/18/2015 3:57:00 PM

You are sweet Kim, thanks.

Michael Tor

Date: 10/17/2015 2:46:00 AM

Richard wow. This is beautiful many of us would love to be on your wheel my friend. This is heartfelt and beautiful. I hope its after a hundred years when you meet that sad demise. Love the inspiration of Demetrios Poems he is an inspiration and his poems reflect the man that he is. A Godly man after God's heart. Blessings your way my friend.

Michael Tor
Date: 10/28/2015 9:42:00 AM

Thank you my friend I am honored.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/18/2015 3:57:00 PM

You are on the wheel my friend.

Robert Lindley

Date: 10/16/2015 11:15:00 PM

A truly wonderfully inspiring poem my friend and your sincerity in writing makes it shine all the more! Love and family are the greatest gifts of all. A7

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/18/2015 3:58:00 PM

Thanks my friend, much appreciated Robert.

Tim Smith

Date: 10/16/2015 5:49:00 PM

Beautiful verse Richard. You will be remembered fondly.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/16/2015 7:26:00 PM

Thanks Tim, I hope so. If I make it another 100 years there wont be many left to remember me.

Catherine Labeau

Date: 10/16/2015 3:01:00 PM

fantastic phantom we all are. floating a dream of belong. take your time as you are loved here.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/16/2015 3:14:00 PM

Thanks Catherine.

Eric Boddie

Date: 10/16/2015 2:33:00 PM

not one regret can be mentioned....by God's 40 year old invention....because some may think that it is blood pumping from my heart....but it has been God's Love From The Start....;)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/16/2015 2:49:00 PM

Good for you Eric, I'm glad you are thankful for God's kindness.

Dan Cwiak

Date: 10/16/2015 1:57:00 PM

Richard, there are so few words that can compliment what you have written and how you meld the emotions in this treasure. Great write!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/16/2015 2:19:00 PM

Thanks Dan, your visit is appreciated.

Miraj Raha

Date: 10/16/2015 12:36:00 PM

A guest upon this planet on life's beach a grain of sand The reason I have significance Is that I'm cradled in my Savior's hand This stanza touched me the most,it holds a profound and universal thought. Wonderful dedication as an inspiration,Sir Richard.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/16/2015 12:47:00 PM

Thanks Miraj, I like that verse too.

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 10/16/2015 11:29:00 AM

There is a grateful heart the lesson of life has learned under the watchful eyes of our Lord! Blessed be my dear friend, Richard for attributing this wonderful poem to the inspiration you received from my humble poem " Life a Gift Is"

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/16/2015 12:48:00 PM

Your heart inspires my friend!

Eileen Manassian

Date: 10/16/2015 10:16:00 AM

Thanks for being a friend. I don't like to think of that eventuality for you...EVER. Lovely piece. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/16/2015 12:50:00 PM

No thanks required, it is my pleasure. Hugs back to you.