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Tough Enough

Put your hands up baby let them dukes fly If you’re wanting tough enough then I’m the right guy I’ve got the swagger I know what you need Let loose those demons on me they can feed It won’t be a torture my skin’s made of steel If you have some courage I can help you find real So put those hands up baby Let them dukes fly I’m much more than enough Trust me to be your guy I’m tough and gentle set your burdens on me The anger and memories From them you’ll be free Put your arms around me baby Spill those teardrops and cry You’ll find answers to questions Your who, what, where and why!

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Vladislav Raven

Date: 8/29/2019 11:46:00 AM

Hi Richard, definitely tough enough for each other and sentle for each other. Love the content of this wonderful write. The rhyming, flow and thoughts flow with fun. A special love my friend. A fave. Have a wonderful Thursday. Your friend always....Mike.

Heidi Sands

Date: 7/28/2019 10:14:00 AM

Oh, this is special. Very nice! :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/28/2019 1:40:00 PM

Thanks Heidi.

Panagiota Romios

Date: 7/28/2019 12:47:00 AM

Hey! I name this is POTD and a FAV! It's magnificent. Profoundly earthy! Panagiota

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/28/2019 12:51:00 AM

You are kind. Thanks Rick.

David Mchattie

Date: 7/26/2019 12:03:00 PM

Wow. You're setting the bar pretty high. How will the rest of us compete? Great poem. Have a good day.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/26/2019 12:22:00 PM

You too David.

Sandra Adams

Date: 7/26/2019 11:39:00 AM

what every woman needs, a knight in shining armor to whisk her away yet pick her up when she falls and be her strength, your wife is blessed....great poem btw :) hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/26/2019 12:23:00 PM

You are sweet, thanks and a big hug back. I need her strength as well.

John Hamilton

Date: 7/25/2019 10:51:00 AM

This is a very cool poem Rick, glad I found this today. Reminded me of are you strong enough to be my man, Sheryl Crowe I believe, well done!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/26/2019 12:27:00 PM

Great song, thanks for your visit John.

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 7/25/2019 9:57:00 AM

You, dear friend, Richard, are the Knight in his shiny armor for any lady in distress! I do not think than any lady would turn down your offer! Excellent!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/25/2019 10:00:00 AM

Good morning Demetrios.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 7/24/2019 2:46:00 PM

It sounds like You have it ALL. :) A wonderful heart filled with love. You are kind, compassionate and able to handle so many moments that caress life. You are tough, yet gentle at the same time. This is so beautifully written and presented. :) Brandy

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/24/2019 3:00:00 PM

We take our turns being the strong one. Thanks for the thoughtful comment. Hugs Rick.

Eric Ashford

Date: 7/24/2019 2:26:00 PM

Hi Richard, this is a very cool poem. I would say most women want tough guys, but not necessarily in body but spirit. A partner should be take the heat, and still be a pillar for the other to lean on. Anyway this poem says all that better than I can. Well done!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/24/2019 2:58:00 PM

Thanks Eric. A kind comment. ;0)

Ralph Sergi

Date: 7/24/2019 8:08:00 AM

Hi Rick: Having been married for twice your years , I can easily say this lady sounds like my wife!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/24/2019 8:33:00 AM

Good for you, over 50 years is quite a bench mark.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/23/2019 7:00:00 PM

this is such a wonderful show of love and support for your special someone. Awesome, Richard.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/24/2019 7:23:00 AM

Thanks Andrea, we take turns being the strong one.

Alexis Y.

Date: 7/22/2019 8:52:00 PM

Hi Richard, I like your swagger and I really enjoyed this write. The "love" that you wrote about came across in a real and authentic way. Message received. Well done:-) Alexis

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/24/2019 7:24:00 AM

Thanks Alexis.

Harry Horsman

Date: 7/22/2019 3:56:00 PM

Don't wanna mess with you. Richard, love the poetry,,,yet one hell of a coincidence, just entering my new vinyl album i bought today,, called 'Tuff Enuff' By the Fabulous Thunderbirds, before leaving comment and came across your own....

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/22/2019 3:59:00 PM

I’ll have to check it out. Thanks for the visit Harry.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 7/22/2019 2:51:00 PM

A beautiful true love - enjoy every moment - life is so short! Well penned my friend. Hugs, Jennifer.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/22/2019 2:58:00 PM

Thanks and a big hug back. ;0)

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 7/22/2019 1:35:00 PM

First poem I have read this morning left me with a cheery feeling and a big smile Richard. This is delightful! I wanted to let you know that I hope you do a second contest with friends titles as I have many more I would love to include. xxoo : )

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/22/2019 2:36:00 PM

Thanks Connie, I just might do that. Hugs Rick.