Why Do I Write

I don't think I write
for approval? But I
certainly don't write
for disapproval! Nor do
I write to be loved – but
you won't catch me stepping
aside if any extra aimed in my 
direction. Thinking I write more 
to share and clarify – if anything,
just to try and clarify for myself
why I did not write before I write (wrote, sorry!) 

often learning myself better
by admitting what I don't know – 

the reason why I don't go certain

places and do certain things –

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Date: 1/10/2022 8:31:00 PM
Hi Joe…..writing gives us what we need…whatever that may be! Like the honesty of this poem! Debx
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Joe Dimino
Date: 1/11/2022 3:28:00 AM
Hi Dep; thank you so much. Love your enthusiasm! Brava!
Date: 1/10/2022 6:57:00 PM
Hi Joe, this is exactly the reason most of us write. For me writing is a way to keep my mind from all unruly thoughts and a means of relaxation ! Also as we begin writing and reading we learn much more. I concur with your thoughts dear friend !
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Joe Dimino
Date: 1/11/2022 3:29:00 AM
Wise and greatly needed clarity. Thank you, Valsa. Have a beautiful day!
Date: 1/10/2022 5:32:00 PM
As long as it makes you happy or seems to give life mening, you're on the right path, Joe. Have a great day! Bill
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Joe Dimino
Date: 1/10/2022 6:38:00 PM
Thank you, Bill; have a beautiful evening my friend. Blessings!
Date: 1/10/2022 2:50:00 PM
Hello Joe ... writing is the road to self satisfaction and a path to heal our minds and preserve our thoughts - thank you Joe - Lindsay
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Joe Dimino
Date: 1/10/2022 6:39:00 PM
I think you are right, my friend. Great analysis and advice. Have a wonderful evening. Joe.
Date: 1/10/2022 9:25:00 AM
I enjoyed this Joe. I think my writing muse took off on vacation ! :)
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Joe Dimino
Date: 1/10/2022 9:39:00 AM
Nobody wants to work in this country any more. Thank you, Heidi. I am sure, he, she, it, will return -- whenever, whatever...gall darn better! And soon!:) Have a great day my friend. Blessings. Joe.
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