I Have A Dream

The distance between light? 
One need not count 
stars, nor measure a rocket flight -- 

If one on another, far out there,
gazing back a thing would not be brighter 
down here.  

In every dark, a flicker of light -- 
Why I advocate dreams….
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Maverick Avatar
August 16, 2026 at 6:47 AM
Well we all dream Joe Dimino...I have had some and they are not always on the Light side.? I could do with such i reckon.? Anyway its good to know you are experiencing some..' All blessings and 🙏🙏🙏..)
DiMino Avatar
August 16, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Thank you, Joe. What we deeply feel...vividly feel, will become a reality. Dwell on the negative...and that is what you will attract, manifest. Dwell on the positive...and Light has a fighting chance. We practice creative willing whether we know it or not. Awake or sleeping we are creating. The power of mind...the power of thought, tethers spiritual and physical realities. We create both consciously and unconsciously -- it is the core of our nature. Guard our thoughts...as a humanity they are our ultimate triumph or defeat. The devil only has the power we give him. He cannot claim power for himself.
Etgen-Baker Avatar
August 8, 2026 at 4:13 PM
thanks for sharing the 'light' via your poetry.
DiMino Avatar
August 9, 2026 at 4:17 AM
Thank you, Sara; very encouraging, supporting comment. Means a lot to me.
Buhagiar Avatar
August 4, 2026 at 1:42 AM
So many songs about dreams. I hate it when they are dark, though.
DiMino Avatar
August 4, 2026 at 4:25 AM
Absolutely! We should be Light-bearers. Thank you, Victor.
Sharma  Avatar
August 3, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Ah, i advocate dreams too, dear Joe! There's indeed a flicker of light in every darkness, a sparkle just waiting for us, to be within our reach ~ and most importantly, we realise the brilliance of the stars only when they are studded in a canvas of darkness.. I really love the opening, the way you said, not to count the distance! Ah, absolutely, that works for souls too, when they are connected on a cosmic level.. why count that space when true light is found within us, always! Pleasure reading you always, sending you light and best wishes ~ ✨🌙💫💫 a Fav!
DiMino Avatar
August 4, 2026 at 4:35 AM
When God made creation, He went no further than His own substance. Nothing exists outside of God. He did not go somewhere for parts. He is All. All substance, space, time, are dimensions of Himself. We need go no further than self when seeking light and love. All about consciousness. What we recall in the way of divine relationship -- what we are willing to reach inside/outside to bring forth as knowledge and beauty. Or the negative -- Free Will is far more powerful than any of us imagine. Free will is not only about making choices...but actually creating opportunity through the spiritual power God has gifted His Children. The way I see it, anyway. My opinion for the little it may be worth.
George Avatar
August 3, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Yes, in every dark, there's a flicker of light. That makes us dream on and on. Beautiful thoughts, dear Joe.
DiMino Avatar
August 4, 2026 at 4:40 AM
Great comment! Thank you, Valsa!
Etgen-Baker Avatar
August 3, 2026 at 2:29 PM
beautiful words...liked the dream quality of your poem.
DiMino Avatar
August 4, 2026 at 4:40 AM
Thank you, Sara; have a great inspired day -- write away!
Andresen Avatar
August 3, 2026 at 12:09 PM
- Great described in images, thoughts and feelings, Joseph :) - Dreams are natural and important...take care of yours :) - hugs
DiMino Avatar
August 3, 2026 at 1:12 PM
like the song says, "I can dream, can't I?!" -- cost nothing. Thank you, my friend.
Empress Avatar
August 3, 2026 at 6:02 AM
How deep is this dear Joe, I love the opening especially... I would not measure moments or even distance between hearts either... this is so very thought provoking and soulfully moving.. pleasure reading ~sending you light always 💫💫
DiMino Avatar
August 3, 2026 at 6:22 AM
Rather than measuring a moment, it is better to be in the moment, traveling bravely life's unpredictable, and often harrowing trajectory -- one way or another, you will come out the other-side. For the sake of the soul, even death can sometimes be a victory.
Wolf Avatar
August 2, 2026 at 7:31 PM
You and MLK... And I'm not making light of that...
DiMino Avatar
August 2, 2026 at 8:15 PM
The reality of Dreams.... Thank you my friend.
Rodrigues Avatar
August 2, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Yes, keep the light flickering…dream on!
DiMino Avatar
August 2, 2026 at 5:13 PM
For sure! Thank you, Kim.
One Avatar
August 2, 2026 at 9:23 AM
We all need to have dreams.... hope is a beautiful thing my friend and faith encourages to dream big and set ourselves goals that we can aim for... Nice poem Joe
DiMino Avatar
August 2, 2026 at 5:15 PM
I wake up every day just to dream! Thank you, Si. Dream big my friend.
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