Joseph P. DiMino Poet Free verse

2am, An Ode To Night

As bright as the light
so charming is such flare,
I also love the morning
before the dawn, basking 
in the sun of dark before
daybreak's arising affair – 

then I feel closest to spirit

comfortably tucked

free from the turmoil 
of a laboring world,
at times seeming in
competition with a 
Universe~ man's better 
nature, instinctively driven 
afar

This is when I do my art
write my poetry, inviting angels 
dear to disturb me, theirs a comforting 
pinch
and nuzzle

dark is not evil
and night is not to fear
for God is always near
even in those far-off wells
between the stars –

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Valsa George December 23, 2022 at 7:44 PM The wee hours of the night just before daybreak is a beautiful time. It is a time of quiet when the world sleeps tucked away from all din and bustle of the day. It is the best time to pursue the art of poetry. Darkness has definitely its own beauty. Agree with all the thoughts you shared in this beautiful verse. Wish a Merry Christmas to you and your family. Joseph P. DiMino December 24, 2022 at 3:20 AM Thank you, Valsa; I love your beautifully poetic comment. And thank you for coming to the place where I am most comfortable and is nearest to my heart. This is the poetry I love most, that best describes where my spirit is at peace and lovingly resides. Have a beautiful Christmas my friend. Blessings to you and yours.

Andrea Dietrich December 18, 2022 at 4:56 PM wow, this is really nice. it's the same topic as I wrote of in my Shadow Poet poem a long time ago, just a bit differently addressed How are you doing , Joe. ready for Xmas? Joseph P. DiMino December 18, 2022 at 5:20 PM Thank you, Andrea; ready as I will ever be. Will be small gathering -- a lot of prayer and singing~ the neighbors will think we are many more...Ila and I are not known for being quiet. She plays piano and I play drums~ both of us singing off key. Santa will have no trouble finding us. Blessings my friend.

Mystic Rose Rose December 18, 2022 at 2:46 PM I agree that night is not to be feared Joe. Thankyou for sharing your thoughts, I can see you are at peace with both dusk and dawn, your poetry always touches me , :) Joseph P. DiMino December 18, 2022 at 5:24 PM Have always been that way, coming alive about 2 or 3 am. Blessings my friend. Wishing you a lovely Christmas Service. Blessings.

Sally Eslinger December 18, 2022 at 5:49 AM Joe! Again you’ve carried me to exclaiming! You’ve here astutely expressed the nature of dawn And night. For me, the last line is an epiphany! So much so, this is a Fave, also because it takes the whole to make this last line. Lovely! Bravo! sally Joseph P. DiMino December 18, 2022 at 5:24 PM You made my day, Sally; blessings my friend!

Speaks Volumes December 17, 2022 at 11:44 PM l whole heartedly agree Joe, the best time of the day for relaxing and enjoying one's own company are between 2 and 4 in the morning. I often sit outside at this time just to breathe in the serenity and inspiration, that comes with being one on one with our creator. Your poem encompassed all those mornings for me. A delight to read. Joseph P. DiMino December 18, 2022 at 4:42 AM Thank you, Wendy; I am pleased you could relate positively to this one. I think most writers can, many having told me so. I love the early morning. Blessings my friend.

Victor Buhagiar December 17, 2022 at 6:50 AM Such poetic and spiritual ideas. Loved it. Joseph P. DiMino December 17, 2022 at 9:42 AM This was calming and smooth to write; so pleased you also enjoyed the read. Have a great day!

Vijay Pandit December 17, 2022 at 5:56 AM The calm and serene vibes of night conjure poetic thoughts--spoken like an artist. Enjoyed your poem, Joe. Joseph P. DiMino December 17, 2022 at 9:45 AM Thank you, Vijay; the fact that we can feel the vibs (upset, love perhaps) of the world around, should make people stop and consider the possibility, that thoughts are physical substance. And, so, to guard our thoughts, as if they were bodies capable of healing and harm. Blessings my friend. Greatly pleased by your visit.