Joseph R. Pinon Al-Mari is an acclaimed author, memoirist, and historical fiction writer whose life journey bridges American public service with the ancient traditions of the Middle East. His works, including Sheikh Alawi: The Black Scorpion, The Path of Heroes Is Paved in Blood, and Sand and Hope: My Journey in Iraq, explore themes of courage, sacrifice, cultural heritage, and survival in some of the world’s most challenging landscapes.
Before becoming an author, Joseph served as a senior government leader in Florida. He was Assistant City Manager of Miami and Miami Beach, where he oversaw urban development, public safety, and international city operations. Later, as Director of Homeland Security for Miami-Dade County, he coordinated emergency preparedness and homeland security initiatives.
The only way to love Is first, to love yourself, The only way to keep your love Is to give it from your heart. For love must be a two-way street Each one to love from each to share Your true feelings, that both must reap The love that is clearly there. If you say “You are my love” Then nothing else will do, For you must agree my love That it proves what love is true. Where there is true love my dear, Our hearts will know it’s here.
Love can be on a distant hill As we look upon the sky above We imagine how we each will be together on a hill so still. People will always come between us That is forever true, I feel Jealousy, spite, and envy Keep us from reaching that very hill. There, we can reach the top of the heap And the many roadblocks left behind, We laugh at those that were between us Our hearts vanquished what was on their minds. It was for the two of us my dear to bear For the two of us, will always be together.
An unforgettable story based on true accounts and oral history, with a vivid portrayal of desert life, tribal customs, ancient traditions, compelling characters, spiritual growth, and a cinematic storytelling style.
View bookA powerful memoir of a defining journey through the Vietnam era, this book reveals the harsh realities of battle, the bonds of brotherhood, and the sacrifices made in the name of service. It offers a deeply personal account of the challenges and lessons of that journey.
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An unforgettable story based on true accounts and oral history, with a vivid portrayal of desert life, tribal customs, ancient traditions, compelling characters, spiritual growth, and a cinematic storytelling style.
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