Richard Lamoureux Poet Couplet

Unthankful

All that I had, just yesterday
Has suddenly, been taken away
Me yes me, a foolish man of clay
Suddenly I have so much to say
When instead, I'd be wise to pray
 
Why oh why, me oh my
Take me now I want to die
I liked it better, when I was perched on high
My wings were strong, I loved to fly

I was given much, I gave no thanks
I sat upon lush river banks
My ship majestic, I watched as it sank
Now this world seems cold and dank

My cup was full it over flowed
Yet gratitude I barely showed
Instead of narrow, I chose wider road
My love of self it barely slowed

If only I had seen more clear
I wonder if I'd now be here
Feeling alone and filled with fear
Oh please dear God, I need you near

I heard him say, I'm sorry son
Your life is over, now it's done
You chose your god, I wasn't the one
Love of plenty and pleasured fun!

So down to Hell my soul is brought
A place of pain both cold and hot
My insides squeezed inside a knot
Now what I treasured doesn't mean a lot

From this nightmare, I thankfully awake 
My soul and being begin to shake
Please Lord forgive me, my mistake
Help me learn to give, instead of take!

I try to be thankful every day
With God's help, stay on the narrow way
It's not about me and that's okay
Vision much clearer, when to Jesus I pray.


This poem was inspired by my brother Roy. 
He sent an email that asked "What if you only woke up with what you said 
thanks for yesterday?" what a great question!

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Constance La France May 29, 2015 at 8:11 AM Richard, this poem is great, an impressive 7 and thanks for visiting my cloud poem, do you think I went to far, to insulting? Constance La France May 29, 2015 at 8:29 AM Thanks! ! ! Richard Lamoureux May 29, 2015 at 8:23 AM No i think it is excellent and fun.

Edith D Eutsler March 7, 2015 at 3:32 PM Richard , you have a wonderful way of getting non-believers attention to and on the Lord. God is using you in a Special way! Thank the Lord Jesus......

Edith D Eutsler March 7, 2015 at 1:03 PM Good Question Richard! All I have is what God has let me use on earth... He is my helper and works through a son. .. I am thankful for everything.. The good of Life and the sorrow's of Life. The Sorrows draw the songs of Praise from your being, while the good starts you taking things for granted... Life cannot be taken for granted! Thank God for the question your brother Roy e-mailed you..... Richard Lamoureux March 7, 2015 at 3:20 PM I have been a believer for over 30 years but am always thankful for those kinds of reminders.

Arthur Vaso February 12, 2015 at 8:20 PM Unbelievable as this may seem, Etienne and I are of the same mind here, great philosophical poem!!! :) Richard Lamoureux February 13, 2015 at 8:24 AM Ha ha, I love your sense of humor!

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders February 11, 2015 at 10:34 PM A wonderful poem inspired by your brother, Richard, and a great question. I've been feeling less than thankful lately with all my daily running around. I feel like I'm running in circles! This is a great reminder...hugs, Rhonda Richard Lamoureux February 12, 2015 at 7:04 AM Hugs back to you Rhonda.

David Meade February 11, 2015 at 4:16 PM I am thankful that I read this poem . . . it is so easy to get caught up in life and forget to pause -- be still, be thank-you. Your words are a great reminder to take time . . . to be generous . . .. Richard Lamoureux February 11, 2015 at 4:18 PM Thanks so much David, I always enjoy your comments. Richard Lamoureux February 11, 2015 at 4:16 PM Thanks Andrea, I'm glad you like it.

Andrea Dietrich February 11, 2015 at 4:02 PM your brother was a great inspiration to you. You are at top form again with this gem! Richard Lamoureux February 11, 2015 at 4:19 PM Thanks Andrea, my response jumped up one level.

Honestly J.T. February 11, 2015 at 1:17 PM I really enjoyed this poem. Thanks for sharing. A 7 from me -JT Richard Lamoureux February 11, 2015 at 4:15 PM Thanks JT. ;0)

Kp Nunez February 11, 2015 at 7:23 AM God uses people to bless us in different ways. You are a blessing in that you've courageously written and spoken about something which we tend to shy away from. I thank the Lord for having you in Soup. God bless you more and more. A 7 and to the favs! Smiles from the land of thousand isles...Kim :) Richard Lamoureux February 11, 2015 at 7:38 AM What a thoughtful comment. We tend to gloss over judgement because it is distasteful to us. We also have to be careful not to try to earn our way to heaven as that is another trap. I Thankfuly accept the gift of salvation and my goal now is to demonstrate my appreciation and love through my actions.

Monterey Sirak February 11, 2015 at 7:18 AM A couple of WOWs here! I love the poem and the question that prompted it. Our greatest blessings only come when we give our blessings away. Richard Lamoureux February 11, 2015 at 7:34 AM So true Monterey!

Eileen Manassian February 11, 2015 at 7:09 AM I'm thankful you're in my life. I see you online! Good morning, Richard Richard Lamoureux February 11, 2015 at 7:34 AM Good afternoon Eileen.;0)

Charmaine Chircop February 10, 2015 at 9:36 PM Your brother is wise and so your tgoughts.So easily it is to make false gods our center,and forget to be thankful for what truely is important in our lives.So much to ponder between the lines..Awesome! Richard Lamoureux February 10, 2015 at 11:47 PM Thanks Charmaine. Good night.

Debbie Guzzi February 10, 2015 at 7:26 PM So nice to read your verse this evening. And that's agreat question [I would have bread & dinner, my cat, my roommate hmmm] Light & Love Richard Lamoureux February 10, 2015 at 11:48 PM Thanks for your visit Debbie. Goodnight.

Eve Roper February 10, 2015 at 12:44 PM Wow, what great imagery dear friend. A reminder never forget who is on the other line of the fishing pole. Blessings dear friend and a 7 Richard Lamoureux February 10, 2015 at 12:59 PM It was suppose to be a smiley face emoticon not a ??. Getting use to a new phone. Richard Lamoureux February 10, 2015 at 12:57 PM Thanks Eve??

Demetrios Trifiatis February 10, 2015 at 8:05 AM Richard, this poem of yours has touched my heart and soul! No exaggeration when I say that our Lord has spoken through you in this one! Thank you for sharing it! A seven is nothing to show my appreciation but I hope, what I have written before, somehow, shows the degree I appreciated it! Richard Lamoureux February 10, 2015 at 8:28 AM Indeed my friend!

Emile Pinet February 9, 2015 at 7:10 PM Your words convey emotions that are easily understandable, totally felt and poetically expressed. Emile. Richard Lamoureux February 9, 2015 at 9:01 PM Thanks Emile.

Tim Smith February 9, 2015 at 4:30 PM This is fantastic Richard... I read it earlier while under construction... Love the meaning.... I guess I too need to thank God for my blessings... A favorite Richard Lamoureux February 9, 2015 at 9:01 PM Thanks for the visit and the blessing Tim.

Etienne Lariviere February 9, 2015 at 4:28 PM The poem is fantastique, the philosophy inspiring! Richard Lamoureux February 9, 2015 at 9:02 PM Merci Etienne.

Eileen Manassian February 9, 2015 at 11:25 AM Oh Richard...lately you've been that inner voice....The Holy Spirit works through others to speak to us...sometimes through a poem. Thank you for this amazing write. I'm guilty of being unthankful when I have SO much to be thankful for. :) Powerful and superb write from a wonderful man and friend. Hugs Richard Lamoureux February 9, 2015 at 9:06 PM There are many times I take things for granted, this is a reminder for me to be more aware. Thanks for this thoughtful comment Eileen. Hugs back to you and a big smile!