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Mesmerized By the Moon

How many have dreamed in its magical light Imagining a world not of their making Where troubles are few and wishes are granted And peace is there for the taking…. How many lovers have basked in her glow And to each other made promises so sweet With this gift of light from the heavens above The moment of joy now somehow complete … How many children have looked at the moon Hoping to see that fabled man’s face Imagining he’s there looking back at them From that far away mysterious, magical place...

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Date: 3/21/2019 11:22:00 AM
The moon is awesome. I loved it in San Francisco near the G.G. Bridge most. Panagiota
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Date: 3/10/2019 9:24:00 PM
Love the framing of each wonderful stanza with the words "How many." This is a FAVE for me, Barbara. Best wishes, Gershon
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Barbara Gorelick
Date: 3/11/2019 11:41:00 AM
Thank you for all your kind words... BG
Date: 3/8/2019 7:40:00 PM
this is just wonderful, Barbara!
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Date: 3/8/2019 11:44:00 AM
The allure of the moon..Beautiful write..
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Date: 3/8/2019 10:04:00 AM
I love the moon; it is truly magical.
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