Wow Richard; This poem left me nearly speechless. It has such strong emotion and so much power behind each line. It's very creative also and the imagery is a plus. This poem tells the story of many people including myself at some point of time in my life. You have a magnificent talent when it comes to pulling the reader in and captivating them. You're amazing Richard; and when the day comes that you become one of the worlds greatest poets remember that Letty told you first. LOL.

Kudos
Letty

Um. I feel like crying a little bit to be honest. That was incredibly sad, and it gave me goosebumps.

You really have a way with words, there is no arguing with that. I can't even think of any suggestions to make this better because I was completely drawn in from start to finish.

Take care.

Richard. Richard. Richard.
That's about all i can say.

That was AMAZING.
It had so much power and emotion i was almost in tears.

GREAT JOB (:

keep writing.
laurie.