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What You Wish To Know

When you see me cry don't be afraid Sometimes dads emotions overflow I know you wonder what's going on There are things we don't want you to know Perhaps we're wrong to insulate you As parents we try to do what's right We wish for you only sunny skies That's why we try to bathe you in light The fact that you care it warms my heart I will tell you what you wish to know Today you've grown up you are a man That's a process I don't wish to slow Sometimes life it can throw us a curve I lost my job a few days ago So now I wonder what will I do I am at my wits end I don't know Please come to me I can use a hug It will help me to feel it's okay In the end I put my faith in God With his help things will turn out okay For F.J. Thomas's "To Heal a Heart" contest Oops I went over by four lines so I know I'll be disqualified. I still wanted you to read the poem you inspired.

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Cecilia Macfarlane

Date: 3/19/2014 8:16:00 PM

I believe showing our kids our emotions, helps them to better expressed their own.....touching write Rick. Hugs

Mama Bear

Date: 3/18/2014 8:36:00 AM

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Leon Enriquez

Date: 3/17/2014 9:19:00 PM

Dear Richard: Very nice write. Enjoyed this reading. Leon

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/18/2014 9:48:00 AM

Thanks Leon

Monterey Sirak

Date: 3/9/2014 5:16:00 AM

What a lovely poem! We always want to shelter and protect our kids, though life has a way of getting through.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/9/2014 8:55:00 AM

Hi Monterey, we sometimes forget they are made to weather the storm.

Donna Jones

Date: 3/8/2014 10:35:00 PM

Touching Richard..really....contest or not..inspiring....well done...

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/9/2014 8:53:00 AM

Thanks Donna, gorgeous eye.

Verlena S. Walker

Date: 3/7/2014 9:05:00 AM

Rick, this is very nicely written... Taking life for grant is not something to do. It is something to shoo :)s... Verlena

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/7/2014 9:18:00 AM

Thanks for your visit this morning Verlena.

Verlena S. Walker

Date: 3/7/2014 9:02:00 AM

Beautifully written Rick... Raising a child is a learning experience that you have pass on beautifully:)s... Verlena

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/7/2014 9:17:00 AM

I continue to learn even now that he is away at school. Sometimes our children are our teachers.

Roger Horsch

Date: 3/7/2014 8:58:00 AM

A very heartfelt poem Richard, I loved it my friend........Roger

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/7/2014 9:15:00 AM

Good morning Roger, I think you will appreciate the poem I wrote this morning. I'm pleased you like this one.

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 3/7/2014 8:03:00 AM

great pen Rick ty for your thoughts and prayers am feeling a lot better now gl in contest hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/7/2014 8:10:00 AM

I'm glad you are feeling better.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 3/6/2014 10:30:00 PM

an endearing piece making me feel safe in a parent's embrace , rich... much enjoyed!.. huggs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/7/2014 8:11:00 AM

Thanks Nette, Huggs back.

Juli- Michelle

Date: 3/6/2014 8:37:00 PM

I hope it won't be disqualified! This is a beautiful poem, Richard. I'm sorry I have not stopped by in a long while. I thank you for all your kind comments on my poetry.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/7/2014 8:13:00 AM

I hope not but either way I'm happy to have a poem. Thanks for stopping by.

Robert Pettit

Date: 3/6/2014 7:36:00 PM

The extra four lines make the poem better with more descriptiveness. Just correct the misspelled word in the third line of your second verse. The word "skys" is correctly spelled "skies". Everything else looks good.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/6/2014 7:47:00 PM

Thanks Robert.

Cherl Dunn

Date: 3/6/2014 7:33:00 PM

I'm glad you left in the over the mark four lines it's fine with me dude, I enjoyed your fine work on this poem it's a tribute to a hard working father and his daughter, very well done. cheri also thank you for your comment on my cougar poem. cheri

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/6/2014 7:48:00 PM

No thanks required, it was my pleasure to read it.

Cherl Dunn

Date: 3/6/2014 7:32:00 PM

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 3/6/2014 11:46:00 AM

Hi Richard..From the comments below it seems this happening is not present.I love the way you described the sheltering to your son..by not revealing your pain..but yes when are children become adults its like having a child and a bestfriend.I'm sure Our father in heaven was your shelter in such difficult times..and I do believe everything in life happens for a reason We d later be grateful : )Lovely poem.Btw..tnks for supporting becca s sun glasses blog: ) : ) Cool

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/6/2014 2:18:00 PM

It was my pleasure, a fun idea. Thanks for this thoughtful comment.

Charmaine Chircop
Date: 3/6/2014 12:04:00 PM

Our ..I meant!! Oops sorry

Jack Ellison

Date: 3/6/2014 11:16:00 AM

So sorry for neglecting you, Rick! Being the dad of 5, I can certainly relate to this one! So very well expressed! However, if true about losing a job, with your knowledge of life and people, it shouldn't be long before that is recognized and you'll be on top of your game once again! Good luck, my friend!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/6/2014 2:19:00 PM

Happy to be gainfully employed. 4 years to go till retirement.

Jack Ellison
Date: 3/6/2014 11:19:00 AM

Sorry, I didn't read through the comment to realize this is not current! I'm happy again!

Tim Ryerson

Date: 3/6/2014 6:47:00 AM

I will be happy to unofficially un-disqualify you Richard...I will speak to Flo personally if need be, I've got a little pull with her ya know...Good stuff my friend! - Tim

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/6/2014 7:31:00 AM

Ha ha thanks, pull away my friend. It's good to have someone with some pull on the snide *lol*

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/5/2014 5:35:00 PM

Richard. I hope this is not a true story about you in this moment. This scenario is a sad one and yet all one can do is hope with faith in God. great inspiration you got from her contest!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/6/2014 7:33:00 AM

Thanks, I was trying to place myself within my emotions.

Ilene Bauer

Date: 3/5/2014 3:29:00 PM

well written, richard! yes, we do try to shield our kids from things and sometimes it's not the right move. you've captured that very well here. ~ glad the story is fiction...

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/5/2014 3:40:00 PM

Me too, I had quit my job back in May of 2013 but it didn't bring me to tears.

Jan Allison

Date: 3/5/2014 2:03:00 PM

Fabulous poem Richard. It really struck a chord with me, We didn't tell our son about hubbies tests for cancer - didn't see right to worry him especially when the diagnosis took 2 years and it was major exam time for son. Love reading you poems Jan x

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/5/2014 3:41:00 PM

I can totally understand, I remember our conversation a while ago.

Tim Smith

Date: 3/5/2014 10:29:00 AM

Excellent poem on the subject Richard..Glad you are employed...Tim

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/5/2014 10:43:00 AM

Me as well, thanks.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 3/5/2014 9:46:00 AM

This will do well, Richard. So full of strength. Yes, we can't slow the process. My daughter is my strength...She helps me in my down times to think positively. Is this fiction? I sure hope so...about the job part, anyway. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/5/2014 9:54:00 AM

No worries I am employed, thanks for being concerned.

Paul Callus

Date: 3/5/2014 9:45:00 AM

Parent-offspring relationship, nicely tackled.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/5/2014 9:54:00 AM

Thanks Paul.