Joseph P. DiMino Poet Free verse

Addiction

I’ve really tried to kick the habit -- 
Lord knows, I’ve totally tried!
But addiction is a ship not easy
To right...as a flap-less plane
Incapable of a navigable flight -- 
Speaking~ of the Writing Affliction!
Inexcusable whether works of grand
Truth, or totally wild poetic fiction – 
putting an end to neurotic
behavior, is far easier said, then actually
shed.  Hmm, verse or informative prose?
What will be this day’s Obsessive,
Compulsive Flavor?

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sara Etgen-Baker November 22, 2025 at 5:06 PM thank goodness poetry is a positive 'addiction.' Well said, Joe. Joseph P. DiMino November 25, 2025 at 4:20 AM Absolutely. We yet have the right to choose our own poison. Feel sorry for the next generation. They will not know freedom.

Valsa George November 22, 2025 at 4:58 AM Writing is perhaps one of the most harmless and the most rewarding addictions. Indulge in it as much as you can. Let us also enjoy. Joseph P. DiMino November 22, 2025 at 7:30 AM We are all addicted to something -- it is natural; like you say, I choose writing. And life in general! No doctor nor government should we let talk us out of it. Nor evil. The Devil having talked many into walking death. Have a great writing weekend my friend. Blessings.

Andrea Dietrich November 21, 2025 at 11:58 AM So clever live this. One of life's best obsessions Joseph P. DiMino November 21, 2025 at 2:33 PM Very kind of you. Thank you, Andrea; made my day!

Joe Maverick November 21, 2025 at 9:16 AM Many years ago..' gee am i that.?? Seasoned.? Hmm? Yes maybe thats Going to be, well people of a certain earth duration.' Hmm.?? Their descriptive..Now not so long ago! I did a write I shall have a look, you might like its lines.' Joe Dimino.) Joseph P. DiMino November 21, 2025 at 9:35 AM Hi Joe. Thank you; I am certain you agree that, any obsession put before God, is wrong. Have a great weekend my friend. Write away! We write not to serve only self.

Paula Goldsmith November 21, 2025 at 8:10 AM Love your "Addiction" fun/creative write. Guess if one is on Soup then they have your "Addiction." Hahaha!!!! Have a Blessed day/weekend writing away.......... P.S Are you building an ARK yet???? We have started. Hahaha!!!! Joseph P. DiMino November 21, 2025 at 9:03 AM Ain't this something! All the rain we have been having. Haven't had to water for over a week. Praise the rain God. Hope all is well with you. We have been lucky, lots of nice rain without the severe winds that usually accompany. Thank you, Paula. Have a great, wet weekend. Blessings.