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At The Cemetery

The monument was stone -- 
actually marble, somewhat
more affluent.  The writing
was calligraphy, carefully
chiseled by a fine hand. 
The occupant was dead -- All the same….

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Valsa George

September 10, 2026 at 9:48 PM

No matter, we lie in a mausoleum or a marbled vault or just under a heap of mud, as long as the occupant is dead, there is no difference. The irony of the poem makes it so special.

Joseph P. DiMino

September 11, 2026 at 3:03 AM

Or cremated for that matter. The spirit is gone, hopefully in heaven with loved ones. Have a great writing day my friend.

Gershon Wolf

September 10, 2026 at 8:33 PM

That last line really chilled me. Powerful penning, Joe. I've got goosebumps now.

Joseph P. DiMino

September 11, 2026 at 3:08 AM

Where the dead lie, or rise as smoke seems to really matter more to the leaving than the dead. Personally, I don't care. I think tombs are places where the living reside. Death by Proxy.

Kim Rodrigues

September 10, 2026 at 4:42 PM

Truth, we can’t make it better, but somehow more comforting..real, the calligraphic stone, unreal the death of a loved one. 😢

Joseph P. DiMino

September 10, 2026 at 7:05 PM

If they dwell fondly in our minds and hearts, so will God know them and love them. Thank you, Kim.

Sotto Poet

September 10, 2026 at 10:32 AM

Joe, this poem paints a vivid picture of the solemnity and grandeur often found in cemeteries. The use of descriptive language, like "marble" and "calligraphy," effectively conveys a sense of respect and reverence. But in the end we all leave our wealth behind.

Joseph P. DiMino

September 10, 2026 at 12:19 PM

Indeed, nothing of material goes with us. Gonna miss my stamp collection:)) Thank you, Sotto. Have a great day!