Why I Write

Birth is a war,
and death
a victory
for a lifetime
of suffering;

though, we can convince ourselves
of most anything--even
pleasure and happiness. 

I rise every morning
as much for myself
as for those who cannot--

and I write
to live....

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018



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Date: 6/18/2022 6:56:00 AM
Hear!!! Hear!!! Hear!!!
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Joe Dimino
Date: 6/18/2022 12:04:00 PM
My heart is overwhelmed with appreciation for such a kind and considerate remark. Again, you have made my day! All writers would rather write than read the works of others. Let's face it...we are our own best fans -- and rightfully so! So, when another writer takes time to read and thoughtfully comment on my works, I am humbled with gratitude. Bravo!!
Date: 2/15/2022 7:15:00 PM
Nice poem Joe, and I like you're last name to.
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Joe Dimino
Date: 2/16/2022 3:14:00 AM
Hi Brain; family from Sciacca, DNA says 3/4 Greek, where the Mino comes in I believe. Un piacere conoscerti amico mio.
Date: 4/13/2021 4:52:00 PM
If some people stopped writing, Life would cease. x
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Joe Dimino
Date: 4/14/2021 7:35:00 AM
Thank you for such a nice comment. I love your art and writing. I think it is innocent and pure -- showing a profound appreciation for beauty and the ever evolving spirit. Blessings my friend! Pray for us in the USA. The US is not a racist society. That is false.
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Leanne Lovejoy-Burton
Date: 4/13/2021 4:53:00 PM
never stop.
Date: 3/3/2019 10:42:00 AM
Keep writing, do not stop, Joe You are too good to not write. Panagiota.
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Joe Dimino
Date: 3/3/2019 8:26:00 PM
Very kind of you; thank you so much. You made my day. Blessings my friend!!
Date: 2/19/2019 7:33:00 AM
I like your short sentences, each sentence asks a question of the next line.
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Date: 9/8/2018 2:54:00 PM
So true! Writing is fun and motivating. A great hobby.
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Date: 5/12/2018 11:46:00 PM
This is so thought provoking and interesting, Joe! Love the declarations in your powerful poem!
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Joe Dimino
Date: 5/14/2018 12:00:00 AM
Hi Laura; thank you very much. Have a beautiful day!
Date: 4/15/2018 4:09:00 AM
Wow. Powerful. That resonates with me. If this is your personal story, I admire your courage and determination. In any case, I think I can hear the message...Many wishes, Kai
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Joe Dimino
Date: 4/15/2018 11:53:00 AM
All from the heart. I really only write what I have experienced firsthand, on the surface and gut-level. Your reading many of my works today has meant a lot. Have a great day Kai!
Date: 3/13/2018 6:07:00 AM
Thought-provoking! And so true, there are those who cannot get about and do the things we can so we must.
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Joe Dimino
Date: 3/13/2018 12:22:00 PM
I could not hold my head up high, would I ever not pay this blessing bestowed upon me honest recognition. Your visits today have been greatly appreciated. Thank you, Kim.
Date: 3/10/2018 11:35:00 AM
Wow! Joe, such profound depth in your amazing write. So much expressed in a few lines of few words. Truly a spectacular poetic and artistic feat. Each line and each stanza is beautifully packed with emotion and meaning. What a marvelous intellect you have my friend.. Warmest wishes always. ~Susan
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Joe Dimino
Date: 3/10/2018 3:23:00 PM
Thank you, Susan; very kind of you to say such nice things and encourage me. I've written most of my life, poetry, stories, books, but only self published. I laid off of writing for the past year, and then just felt sort of empty. So--here I am at it again. For better, for worse, it's me:) Have a beautiful day!
Date: 3/9/2018 9:12:00 AM
Well written Joe! I like the ending too :)
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Joe Dimino
Date: 3/9/2018 11:38:00 AM
Ain't that the truth with all writers. What would we do if we couldn't write?--now that would be a torture:) Thank you, Heidi. Have a beautiful day!
Date: 3/9/2018 6:45:00 AM
Excellent verse, Joe! Fave!
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Joe Dimino
Date: 3/9/2018 6:47:00 AM
Hi Kim; thank you. Have a beautiful day my friend! Blessings!
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