The Wheel of Time

Though we know the moon 
not source, we snuggle to its cooler
light...at times
seeming more approachable, 

less imposing, 

more accepting
we heighten such sleep
 
inclined toward our own truth
we lather most all with a glazing
of soothing Lies,

politics our rule in void
in contrast to rightly being

juxtaposition
of body with soul~ the space between

(the opaque we frequent)
 
where
we live, at the edge of clarity,  avoiding

in the shadow
before dawn, at dusk
where the oval turns to wear

on the treads of
the wheel of time….

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Date: 3/6/2024 1:55:00 PM
This gets me thinking, about seeing Joe.. as In looking through an opaque atmosphere.' And that could also represent thè worlds lens.. A good poem as always.. Thank you for posting.'
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Joe Dimino
Date: 3/6/2024 6:57:00 PM
Thank you, Joe; for the encouragement. Your clear comments mean a lot to me. Blessings my friend.
Date: 12/25/2023 5:22:00 PM
the gap at each polarity interchange, between darkness and light, like sunset or sunrise, outbreath and I breath, two thoughts, the gap between thought and translation into action ~ poised therein, the truth is known. Enjoyed your soulful musings Joe
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Joe Dimino
Date: 12/26/2023 8:57:00 AM
Wonderful enlightening comment! Blessings my friend. Have a Very Joyful New Year!
Date: 12/16/2023 2:04:00 PM
Joe, your poem is a beautiful and thought-provoking piece. The imagery and metaphors are vivid and powerful, and the words flow together seamlessly to create a captivating narrative. Your poem’s themes of truth, politics, and the space between body and soul are both timely and timeless, and your writing style is both unique and engaging. I’m sure you put a lot of time and effort into crafting this poem, and it shows. Excellent work! - Blessings, Daniel!
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Joe Dimino
Date: 12/16/2023 4:38:00 PM
Thank you so much, Daniel, for taking the time to read and evaluate this work of mine. A lot of thought went into its creation, and nice to know it was appreciated by you. Blessings my friend. Have a great day!
Date: 12/16/2023 11:44:00 AM
Deep poetry my friend... need time to process this one, but I get the message... wise and intelligent poetry..
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Joe Dimino
Date: 12/16/2023 6:21:00 PM
Thank you, Si; so much fun to write and share. Blessings my friend.
Date: 12/16/2023 6:08:00 AM
juxtaposition of body with soul~ the space between--where we live, at the edge of clarity---quite deep my friend. Your poems always make me pause and think, Joe.
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Joe Dimino
Date: 12/16/2023 6:22:00 PM
Thank you, Vijay; your encouragement means a lot to me. Helps me to stay focused, always trying to refine my craft. Blessings.
Date: 12/16/2023 5:52:00 AM
This is such a deeply evocative and soul stirring write with explores the dimension of self-introspection and insight in such an impactful way.Very true, sometimes our souls tend to run away from the bright radiance of sunlight and find comfort in the moonlight which doesn't distinguish between truth and lies, rather gives a space in between.But,it becomes quite complex when even after standing in front of the truths we don't align to its acceptance and hide away.Yet, above that is wheel of time
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Joe Dimino
Date: 12/16/2023 6:25:00 PM
Wow, quite a thoughtful comment. Valuable insight. I feel so honored that you would take the time to read and deeply analyze this work. No writer could ask for more. Blessings.
Date: 12/16/2023 4:24:00 AM
Sometimes those threads run pretty thin, and we need to make ourselves skinny to enter in, that space of the in between where we can breathe easy, your words are always inked deep, the saying on my business card says " between heaven and I there is you and I " that says it all. Have a great day Joe
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Joe Dimino
Date: 12/16/2023 6:27:00 PM
"between heaven and I there is you and I " -- profound. Perfect. Blessings my friend. Have a lovely weekend.
Date: 12/16/2023 2:30:00 AM
Lathering with lies! Yes, I can see this. Nice one, Joe.
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Joe Dimino
Date: 12/16/2023 6:29:00 PM
We are what we are...human -- I don't think that a Divine Creator would want more nor less of us. That you, Andrew. Blessings.
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