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I seldom make promises -- man of my word, promises leave no wiggle room… and, most of us, at least occasionally, like a good wiggle test our physical and mental ranges for gyration -- In fact, on deeper analysis, nothing really is ever stationary -- not time nor space the closest thing to Perpetual-still being the human heart, refusing to give up on love, despite Love’s independent nature~ its downright heartbreaking propensity, to sniff and wander, like a puppy, slipping out the front door, unleashed….

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Date: 8/3/2025 8:35:00 PM
Love this piece, Joe. That comparison of love to an unleashed puppy is both tender and spot-on—restless, curious, and often beyond control. And that line about the heart being the closest thing to “Perpetual-still”… beautifully put. Thought-provoking from start to finish.
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Date: 8/3/2025 5:00:00 PM
promises are fragile, slippery things, aren't they. I don't make promises either, for I know circumstances can change making my promise impossible to keep. I liked: In fact, on deeper analysis, nothing really is ever stationary -- not time nor space I also liked the puppy-dog metaphor. wishing you a pleasant week. Sara
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Joe Dimino
Date: 8/3/2025 7:43:00 PM
Thank you, Sara; very pleased that you enjoyed the read. And you also have a wonderful writing weekend!
Date: 8/3/2025 12:35:00 PM
What a wonderful write you have here. Many do not know just how powerful our words are. Both good ones and bad one. Have a lovely day writing away..........
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Joe Dimino
Date: 8/3/2025 7:44:00 PM
Thank you, Paula; have a very blessed weekend!
Date: 8/3/2025 12:24:00 PM
- Our words are the only personal possessions that have any value - We must remember the disappointment we inflict on others when we break a promise, Joe :) - A well written poem :) - hugs
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Joe Dimino
Date: 8/3/2025 7:45:00 PM
Thank you, Anne; yes, always try to keep one's word -- they embody all that we spiritually are. Blessings my friend.

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