WELCOME TO RHYMES & REFLECTIONS The Humor and Writings of A. Lawrence Vaincourt Larry's home-grown wisdom, wit and reminiscences in poetry and prose.

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A Few Comments: "You certainly know how to write a heart-warmer!" - Ann Landers "He can write like an angel and kick like a mule.  In prose or verse, Larry proves time and again that he's one of a kind.  He's a breath of fresh air." - Canadian Broadcasting Corporation "His poems dance along with only one purpose - to amuse the reader.  The gently honest humor of Larry Vaincourt." - The Watchman

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Larry Vaincourt is best known for his popular poem, JUST A COMMON SOLDIER (A Soldier Died Today) 1945 - 2005: 60th ANNIVERSARY THE PERFECT GIFT - ANYTIME! On this site you'll discover more about the author, including stories and poems from his newpaper column. Larry's books and poems, including his newest collection, are available by clicking here.  All material is copyright A. Lawrence Vaincourt.

Larry's latest collection of poems is available here.  JUST A COMMON SOLDIER and Other Poems features his most requested piece, plus over 50 more poems. Just click on the book cover to the right for more information!

MENU About the Author Larry's Books Current Column Column Archive Our Christmas Page E-mail us! POEMS I Saw The Soldiers Marching Just A Common Soldier Aunt Henrietta Stabbing of the Haggis Old Rufe Nostalgia Old Copper Tub Spiders in the Outhouse The Old Man