Joseph P. DiMino Poet Free verse

Each Poem a Gateway

Wind can be a bit pushy
at times
Though I would be first
to admit
of needing nudges in different
directions

inclined to linger too long
under shady canopy

or at the seashore
gazing off into dreamy
horizon

my mind inclined toward
repainting sunsets
rearranging stars into
unique constellations

or writing poetry
strictly for sojourners

each poem a gateway
to ports further unknown

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Sally Eslinger May 30, 2023 at 2:28 PM Hi Joe, i’m trying to return from mos. Of terrorizing illness. I love your poem here, like being a creative art apprentice to God & let run amuck in heaven’s unguarded studio to remake stuff Hahahab Love th creativity & wishes in this, esp share the line abt repainting horizons! Hugs, sally Joseph P. DiMino June 5, 2023 at 7:17 AM Hi Sally; thank you. Sorry to hear you are having such serious health issues. I will pray for your speedy recovery. Blessings my friend.

Gershon Wolf May 27, 2023 at 8:52 PM Beautiful penning, Joe. O, those dazzling ports of entry! Peace through Strength, Gershon Joseph P. DiMino May 28, 2023 at 12:55 PM Thank you, Gershon; peace be with you my friend. Blessings!

Timothy Ray May 19, 2023 at 1:29 PM why i never enter into any poetry that does not emanate from within....having read this i am reminded of Cole Porter's "Don't Fence Me In" song....let me be by myself in the evenin' breeze...yes Joe i think you hit the nail with this one....loved it so much...methinks all that hard thinkin deserves a nap....and listen to the wind in the trees Joseph P. DiMino May 24, 2023 at 4:53 AM Thank you, Tim; you made my day. Blessings my friend!

Anne-Lise Andresen May 16, 2023 at 11:38 AM - A new poem often turns out to be different from what you had in mind ... the path is unknown before you take the first step :) - A wonderful poem :) - Nice to see you back, Joe :) - hugs Joseph P. DiMino May 17, 2023 at 8:40 AM Hi Lisa; miss all of you and your fine poetry. I will try to pop in from time to time, but I have another project, a novel going on, and it takes most all my writing and reading attention, not leaving me much left for anything else. It's an emotional story I need to tell. Thank you, Anne; blessings!

Bill Baker May 5, 2023 at 9:46 PM Yes, Joe, poetry opens the gateway to many wonderful adventures for us. Thank you for sharing your thoughts through your mindful poetry, my friend. A poet friend in Texas, Bill Joseph P. DiMino May 8, 2023 at 6:45 AM Thank you for the support and encouragement, Bill; blessings my friend!

Speaks Volumes May 2, 2023 at 9:29 PM I miss you Joe, its been more than two weeks since you posted a poem. take care my friend, you are in my prayers. Joseph P. DiMino June 8, 2023 at 11:31 AM Hi SV. Sorry I missed this comment. I am working on a novel and it is taking all of my concentration, a different frame of mind than that needed for poetry I find. I've tried...but I can't seem to do the two together. Thank you my friend. Blessings.

Vijay Pandit May 2, 2023 at 6:14 AM each poem a gateway to ports further unknown---Wonderful poetic art my friend. Much enjoyed your poem from start to finish. Joseph P. DiMino May 8, 2023 at 6:57 AM Thank you, Vijay; we try to paint a mental picture with our words, and with this one I am very pleased with the results -- so thankful you and enjoyed the read. Blessings my friend.

Joe Maverick April 30, 2023 at 3:11 AM A painting of the soul here Joe, reading it helps; To center, the mind and soul.' Joseph P. DiMino April 30, 2023 at 3:12 PM Thank you, Joe: In case it has not become obvious about me by now, spirit is the only real I recognize -- the body-physical just a vehicle one uses to get around in this earth dimension. Blessings my friend.

Valsa George April 19, 2023 at 2:57 AM We are having intense summer now. The very thought of sea breeze and shady canopy are so cooling. In such soothing ambiance, you are inclined to writing poetry. Each poem is a gateway opening to ports unknown. Lovely poem giving a beautiful glimpse of sunsets and starry skies Joseph P. DiMino April 19, 2023 at 5:24 AM Thank you for such a lovely comment, Valsa. Blessings my friend!

Heidi Sands April 18, 2023 at 2:21 PM Excellent poem Joe. A Fave for me! :) Joseph P. DiMino April 19, 2023 at 5:25 AM Thank you, Heidi; your FAVE made my day. Blessings.

Andrea Dietrich April 18, 2023 at 12:56 PM so clever you are... so creative! Joseph P. DiMino April 19, 2023 at 5:26 AM You forgot the cute:) Thank you, Andrea. Blessings!

Speaks Volumes April 16, 2023 at 8:40 AM I can feel the cool sea breeze and the warm sun and its just so nice to linger longer. mmmm What a terrific way to spend time. Love it Joe . A fave Joseph P. DiMino April 16, 2023 at 3:57 PM Thank you so much, Wen; I was younger, running a solo trunking business, I did not have time for lounging...now I don't miss any opportunity, though I do find myself feeling antsy -- difficult to break old habits.

Daniel Turner April 16, 2023 at 7:09 AM This is excellent Joe. Poetry, take me away! Joseph P. DiMino April 16, 2023 at 3:58 PM Thank you, Daniel; so pleased you could relate -- poetry is magic!

Deb M April 16, 2023 at 7:03 AM Nice one Joe!! Debx Joseph P. DiMino April 16, 2023 at 3:59 PM Hi Deb; thank you my friend. Hope you are having a great weekend. Blessings!

Peter Rees April 16, 2023 at 6:58 AM Indeed, where might the blank sheet carry you ? Such possibilities. Joseph P. DiMino April 16, 2023 at 4:04 PM Anywhere your heart desires...after the honey-do-list is completed:) Blessings my friend.