Joseph P. DiMino Poet Free verse

The Stream

I took a walk
along the bank,

a gentle, trickle flow -- 

(a soothing chatter)

We spoke of 
gurgles and fizzy
bubbles; of slick
stones~ the glitter of 
setters’ jewels, rubbed
to treasured perfection -- 

taking larger pours and
deeper swallows -- like mates
on a shore-leave binge -- in that moment,

stride increasing,
the stream now a jogger’s panting run -- 
we jointly realized 
just how great our shared dislike

for industry and beavers….

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Andrea Dietrich August 25, 2026 at 11:33 PM I came back to put a like here. It really deserved one Joseph P. DiMino August 26, 2026 at 8:59 AM Thank you, Andrea; made my day!

Gershon Wolf August 23, 2026 at 7:57 PM Interesting, the common ground you found at the end. ~ Ralph Nader, the old corporate raider Joseph P. DiMino August 25, 2026 at 6:04 AM Gadflies! love that. Had to look it up. Perfect. Thank you for the inspiration and education. I often miss not having a good, formal education...forced to learn just about everything I know haphazardly, by my own direction and meager means. A blessing and curse at the same time. Gershon Wolf August 24, 2026 at 8:23 PM You're right... I think Ralph Nader was the most instrumental individual in the battle to stop companies from polluting America's lakes, rivers and streams back in the '60's and 70's, especially... By the time he ran for President, folks had gotten tired of gadflies like Nader, it seems to me. ~ Gershon Joseph P. DiMino August 24, 2026 at 1:54 PM A great man! Has saved many lives over the years. Thank you, Gershon.

Ink Empress August 23, 2026 at 7:27 AM As I read the opening, I saw and felt through your lines, see you walking calmly, contemplating and reflecting! Nature does that to us all, and your words flow so seamlessly, I especially love “ the glitter of setters’ jewels, rubbed to treasured perfection ” the depth of what youv delivered here! Pleasure reading this Sending you light always 💫 🌙 Joseph P. DiMino August 23, 2026 at 8:10 AM Thank you, Empress; a comforting write. Something very soothing about streams and being closer to nature in-tune. More of partner and less a conqueror.

CayCay Godwin August 22, 2026 at 7:16 AM I enjoyed what felt like walking with you. I agree with Andrea, great last line. CayCay Joseph P. DiMino August 22, 2026 at 7:47 AM Thank you, CayCay; I sensed I had charming company. Blessings my friend.

Andrea Dietrich August 22, 2026 at 12:20 AM Oh wow. What a cool final line. I really enjoyed this read 😄 Joseph P. DiMino August 22, 2026 at 7:49 AM Thank you, Andrea; streams are enchanting. When I take Ila for her eye shots every month, in the waiting area they always show these water videos. They are very soothing. Joe Maverick August 22, 2026 at 12:28 AM Its very Eau'naturelle Andrea i Do love listening to running water And there can be some lush grass As well.'

Joe Maverick August 21, 2026 at 11:30 PM Enjoying the glow Joe Domino... I even Dipped in my glass, which is full.' Now Heres a back blast.' Don't poke that Beaver he just do's what he do's or for That matter any Kangeroo..Who crouches by a quite full glass.' which God don't charge for.' And he's also speaking at last, You are involved in a miracle i do declare.' Its the Domino priciple working..And truly rare.' Joe Maverick August 22, 2026 at 12:56 PM I love your answer Joe Dimino, we All need forgiveness, but that Beaver looks so (dam innocent') Lol.))))) Joseph P. DiMino August 22, 2026 at 8:03 AM For sure, at times the best things in life are free. A charitable meal for the hungry, a draw of water from a deep well -- a smile and a reassuring word. And I've been wee'd-on by elephants and giraffes -- a few eagles...all will pass.... A pisser at times myself. Part of life. Lord forgive us. Thank you, Joe. Joe Maverick August 21, 2026 at 11:34 PM I put this in Love with a smile no Grudge, which its time to skip.? Along with any fudge' lol)) oh and Beaver tells me he has wee'd in your stream.!! So if you want a full glass you better head up-shore. If you know what i mean.?😊🙌😊

sara Etgen-Baker August 21, 2026 at 5:05 PM I can relate to the last line. We have a small stream that runs through our subdivision. The HOA didn't maintain it or keep it clean and flowing. At some points beavers took over and built a dam in the creek....the city had to be called to remove the beavers.....such excitement in our tiny subdivision on the edge of town :-) Joseph P. DiMino August 21, 2026 at 10:22 PM They are cute in cartoons...but can be a real nuisance in the wild. Oh well, just being beavers.

Paula Goldsmith August 21, 2026 at 1:21 PM What a wonderful write/story you have here. I enjoyed reading. Great Ending. "Good Luck" if for a contest...  Have a lovely day writing away............ Joseph P. DiMino August 21, 2026 at 3:26 PM Hi Paula; this was great fun to write, the mental gymnastics involved. I am going to do more like this. Yes, and you also, have a great writing weekend!