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Captain Of Your Own Ship

A wise poet said: “You are captain of your own ship!” My employer said: “Not here, Buddy!” My wife said, “Yes dear, after you take out the garbage and mow the grass…” My son said, “please come to my baseball practice, daddy…?” God said: “ask Michael, my authority on sail and ultimate direction….” A wise poet…?

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Silent One

Date: 3/24/2024 8:25:00 AM

You sum up the life of a husband and dad very well... and no we are not the captain of our own ship.. not a tall..

Joe Dimino
Date: 3/24/2024 10:09:00 AM

One father to another, thank you, Si; have a great day my friend!

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 3/24/2024 7:39:00 AM

I enjoyed reading your creative/wonderful write. Sounds like wise words from a wise poet. Have a wonderful day writing away.......................

Joe Dimino
Date: 3/24/2024 10:10:00 AM

Thank you very much, Paula. I think my first introduction to Wise...is when realizing just how little I really know.

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 3/24/2024 3:36:00 AM

hmm we have come here to serve and not be served, I can deeply understand the man's dilemma, but I think he is rich beyond freedom here, I'm sure we both agree, Loved the tender write Joe, you always surprise me with your content, and beautiful heart :)

Joe Dimino
Date: 3/24/2024 4:41:00 AM

Man and woman of course. No greater joy than to be blessed to serve; thank you, Vie -- I really do try to be the best I can. Blessings my friend.

Valsa George

Date: 3/23/2024 8:33:00 PM

We have to constantly pay heed to others' whims and expectations. Each one may have a different request. Many a time we have to oblige them. But ultimately we should be the controller and captain of our own ship. Otherwise we will float hither and tither aimless. There is much truth in your poem, dear Joe, though written in a light hearted vein.

Joe Dimino
Date: 3/24/2024 4:43:00 AM

For sure, nothing should we allow to get in the way of our deeply felt soul mission. Very wise and thoughtful comment. Thank you, Valsa.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 3/23/2024 5:03:00 PM

LOL..we want to write but must oft go where the wind sails us then perhaps on the shore we might right a haiku ;)

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 3/24/2024 10:31:00 AM

LOL!

Joe Dimino
Date: 3/24/2024 4:57:00 AM

LOL; absolutely, on the shore or while on the fly, wings also responsive to wind -- our pen~ wings, sails, puppy dog tails...the poet a pen wagger.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 3/23/2024 2:48:00 PM

I can relate...sometimes we are rendered powerless, or at least think we are. We are captain of our emotions and our responses to other's requests. :-) A fun read. Have a great evening, Sara

Joe Dimino
Date: 3/23/2024 3:33:00 PM

It does seem that way...often having to bite our tongues for the sake of harmony and love. Thank you, Sara -- have a beautiful weekend. Blessings.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/23/2024 12:29:00 PM

I get the essence of your poem, my friend. We have limited powers over our own life. Your examples I can relate to. Perhaps the poet was conveying determination and resolve. Are you referring to the poem INVICTUS?

Joe Dimino
Date: 3/23/2024 3:28:00 PM

Thank you, Vijay. "I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul." A great poem! About perseverance and inner strength. Mine is just a a variation on theme, humor was my intention. “Freewill vs Determinism” an old topic, to this day yet debated by scholars. I actually do believe that we have complete control over our situations and destiny, myself entirely convinced of reincarnation and Karma.

Ink Empress

Date: 3/23/2024 12:08:00 PM

This made me smile haha. Good one, this wise poet, seems very optimistic in life and your response here through poetry shows that you are a person that prioritizes responsibilities around and find pleasure through being there for your loved ones. Beautiful and fun, i loved it. Pleasure always reading your work

Joe Dimino
Date: 3/23/2024 3:37:00 PM

Thank you, IE. Love of God, and family are very important to me. Right you are. Blessings my friend. Have a beautiful weekend!