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The Children Of Gaza

A child remembers growing up -- 
always hungry; hearing that the
moon is made of cheese.  On cloudy
nights, sent to bed without dinner. 

For some, sadly, imagination is the
only way of surviving...till the body
atrophies -- and the soul deserts its 
dream.

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Joe Maverick

October 3, 2025 at 12:40 AM

Words fail me humanity..Fails on the whole some in comitting these acts as in Syria as in the Congo, yet there are so many who dis-agree.' Its past time for The majority, to be concerned about (What might be lost?) While we loose Too much in real time.'

Joseph P. DiMino

October 3, 2025 at 6:12 AM

Hi Joe; heartbreaking what is going on. At my age, I vote, praying for competent leadership; wife sends money to humanitarian organizations hoping that the good they claim to do is actually being done. I ran a local non-profit for many years. Helping the needy in my community. Never took a salary. Cost me money. Not looking for praise, but firsthand participation, when one can, is best. This is not something everyone can do. Praying can work miracles. That I have also seen firsthand. Blessings my friend.

Gershon Wolf

October 2, 2025 at 8:30 PM

Poignant, hard-hitting... so sad. ~ gw

Joseph P. DiMino

October 3, 2025 at 6:02 AM

Most difficult on the children. Gaza, Israel, Ukraine -- Trump is trying to be a Peace-maker -- but there is only so much he can do. If it would help, I am in favor of using US Troops. May only make matters worse though. No easy answers.

Valsa George

September 30, 2025 at 1:47 AM

So poignant.... ! Down the centuries suffering through hostility and poverty has been part of life. When it comes to the suffering of innocent children, it is heartbreaking! Powerfully composed, dear Joe.

Joseph P. DiMino

September 30, 2025 at 11:48 AM

As with all wars, started by, so called adults, innocent children, the most vulnerable and least capable of defending themselves, are also victims. Those who survive will have long memories...and, instead of eliminating terrorism, they may become the next generation of terrorists. On and on. Has to be a better way.

Mystic Rose Rose

September 29, 2025 at 9:56 AM

This is a very sad poem, but all so true. I wish the moon was really made of cheese and that it came down on the hungry every now and then, wouldn't it be nice, we living in luxury can afford creative thought, much harder on those who have so little, my prayer becomes a heart in times as these, thanks for this !

Joseph P. DiMino

September 29, 2025 at 1:20 PM

Thank you, Vie, for your heartfelt comment. I say a prayer of protection with you for the children of the world who are needlessly suffering. Blessings my friend.

Victor Buhagiar

September 29, 2025 at 5:52 AM

Such atrocities take place day by day. Sometimes they are even killed for the fun of it. Great descriptive poem even if sad. Well done Joe.

Joseph P. DiMino

September 29, 2025 at 6:25 AM

Hi Victor; were it not for a biased Press, down playing violence in Major Democrat run cities in the USA, Like Las Angeles, Chicago and New York, the world would be shocked at the death toll on a typical weekend.

Anne-Lise Andresen

September 29, 2025 at 1:38 AM

- There are many emotions that come up when writing about the children of Gaza ... a heartbreaking topic - A childhood lost in war, Joe - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs

Joseph P. DiMino

September 29, 2025 at 4:46 AM

Hi Anne; yes, the children of Israel also suffering. Very heartbreaking. Children of Ukraine.

sara Etgen-Baker

September 28, 2025 at 6:33 PM

oh, wow, this is such a poignant poem filled with the tragic reality of war. The last two lines linger in my mind....best wishes with the contest, Joe.

Joseph P. DiMino

September 28, 2025 at 10:33 PM

Hi Sara; thank you. Children should be spared the ravages of war. I join you in prayer for peace in the region. Blessings my friend.