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Author's Notes: "The Full Moon Makes Faces Tonight," is a couplet that I completed on June 14, 2017. I actually wrote this particular poem about a rather curious full moon at night while pondering, at times, its hidden mysteries and shades of romantic and comedic intrigue, and marveling at its obvious cosmic beauty and wonder. The moon for sure has a very special place in the contemporary and historical worlds of literature and poetry. The moon, and all of the literary symbolism and meaning surrounding its ancient and contemporary existence, has left an indelible mark on the psyche of mankind writ large. Enjoy this particular fantasy-illusion with the unique word picture I present here as it walks the reader toward basking and bathing in this full moon's lunar light on this darkest of night. (Gary Bateman - June 16, 2017) (Couplet)

Categories: allegory, beautiful, fantasy, imagery, metaphor, moon, and symbolism.

The Full Moon Makes Faces Tonight Gazing out my picture window on this darkest of night, The full moon shone sky-high with the brightest of light. I spied its eldritch contours and its dark areas whole, As this lucent orb made faces at me from pole to pole. Methinks these faces were for this special moment now, A teasing fantasy-illusion for me to wonder why and how? This full moon had two eyes stone-set from East to West, Giving me a very comical-look whilst winking all the best! This lunar illusion silently sang a sly aria full of devilry, As it mesmerized my senses replete with all due revelry. As I studied this comedic-faced orb far from our Earth, I felt its true spiritual intent was one for a cosmic rebirth. The full moon made its curious faces on this darkest night, Whilst I smiled big as I basked and bathed in its lunar light! Gary Bateman, Copyright © All Rights Reserved (June 14, 2017) (Couplet)

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Liam Mcdaid

Date: 8/14/2017 7:30:00 PM

a lunar treat to read very beautifully painted through and true excellent pen gary

Gary Bateman
Date: 8/17/2017 6:45:00 AM

Thanks Liam Mate!! I greatly appreciate your read and comments as always!! Cheers and Best, Gary

Indiana Shaw

Date: 8/2/2017 4:02:00 PM

Lovely poem "Gary" it made it all the way to the moon and back and the "Moon" winked and smiled in approval at this lovely couplet written by you - Kind regards - Indiana x x x

Gary Bateman
Date: 8/2/2017 6:08:00 PM

Indiana, I couldn't wait. I just read "Twisting - The Dancer Spins." Check out my comments. Most Excellent it is and a definite FAVE in my book!! Cheers, Gary

Gary Bateman
Date: 8/2/2017 5:52:00 PM

Hello Indiana, Yes -- thanks so much here for your very kind and observant words regarding my Full Moon couplet. I will definitely take a look at the "Twisting - The Dancer Spins" for tomorrow as it's currently quite late here in Germany. I look forward very much to reading it and shall get back with you. (I also have another new poem in the offing called "Death Came," a lyric poem that I should be posting in the next day or so.) Cheers and Best, Gary

Indiana Shaw
Date: 8/2/2017 4:04:00 PM

May I complement it by you reading my "Twisting - The Dancer Spins" - Long way down my list of poems - "But" I am sure you would like it - Indiana x x x

Jannie Breedt

Date: 7/10/2017 12:20:00 AM

..sang a sly aria filled with devilry.. brilliant Gary. Your poem caused an epiphany about a movie I once saw as a kud about pirates cussing the full moon. I think it was called the Moon Cussers and rhey song this song. Bloody good poem here Jannie

Gary Bateman
Date: 7/10/2017 1:57:00 PM

Hello Jannie, Thanks for your great note here. It's nice to know that my couplet here on the Moon making faces caused an epiphany. I'm very glad you liked it!! Cheers and Best, Gary

M. L. Kiser

Date: 7/8/2017 9:41:00 PM

So vivid that I can feel myself bathing in the moon's light.

Gary Bateman
Date: 7/9/2017 8:53:00 AM

Thanks for your observation M.L. Great to hear from you!! "The Moon" has something for each and every one of us. Best Always, Gary

Sharon Gulley

Date: 7/7/2017 9:59:00 AM

An amazing write Gary. I just loved the moon spun tale. : ) A fav as well.

Gary Bateman
Date: 7/7/2017 10:16:00 AM

Hello Sharon, Thanks for your great comment and for the FAVE!! The Moon is that mystical and most mysterious heavenly object that we all get a chance to look at and to ponder from time to time as we gaze toward the heavens each evening. It's truly a fabulous source of inspiration for all of us who put pen to paper and wonder aloud beyond the finite realm of our mortal coil!! Cheers and Best Wishes, Gary

Funom Makama

Date: 6/30/2017 8:54:00 AM

This is fantastic, so fantastic. Coming to this page feels predestined because I feel so satisfied. Thanks for the wonderful share.

Gary Bateman
Date: 7/1/2017 3:17:00 PM

Thanks Funom for your wonderful observation and comments here on this unique couplet about the Moon. The Moon is laden with ancient mystery and wonder and has captivated Mankind through the ages. Cheers and Best Wishes, Gary

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 6/17/2017 2:12:00 AM

Mein freund Gary, I missed the last full moon because of cloudy sky, reading your majestic poem though I managed to watch the splendid phenomenon in all its glory! Excellent!

Gary Bateman
Date: 6/17/2017 5:08:00 PM

Hallo Herr Professor!! Vielen Dank fuer deinen Kommantar hier!! Yes, Demetrios, I would say what timing indeed to be able to read my couplet here for that effect. I'm very pleased to hear from you too. Looks like this year into next year, I will be gearing up to publish my second book. Never a dull moment!! Besten Dank!! Cheers and Best, Gary

Daniel Turner

Date: 6/16/2017 5:47:00 PM

A true romantic, Gary. You could've kept on writing. Even reading about the moon has some kind of mystical power. Many is the night, I have hiked upon the mountains on the moon. A most enjoyable read:)

Gary Bateman
Date: 6/17/2017 5:03:00 PM

Thanks Daniel for your gracious comments here and observations about the moon. I tried to touch a bit metaphorically on certain aspects of this "mystical power" in this couplet. Yes, very much too, I find the moon and all of the mystery surrounding it to be quite fascinating. Cheers and Best, Gary

Dorian Petersen Potter

Date: 6/16/2017 3:12:00 PM

Hi there G!:))This is a very beautiful, and really outstanding love magical moon Couplet poem, that you've painted here , my dear friend Gary.I enjoyed it!Just awesome!A very beautifully written poetic piece for sure :))And I always enjoy reading your amazing notes too, G. Excellent! Just wonderful!I love it!Golden pen!A 7 + + + ! A fav.Sending my love n' prayers to you and Ingrid, as always:))Hope that all is well with you guys, and that your book is coming along just as planned too.Please, take very good care of each other always.All the best to you both, G! Spill ink!:)Wishing you a very lovely weekend !In His light God bless you always!:))D

Gary Bateman
Date: 6/16/2017 5:26:00 PM

Hello Dear One D!! I figured you'd find my latest post here on "The Full Moon Makes Faces Tonight." Thanks very much for your read and wonderful comments here D!! (And for the FAVE!!) I'm very glad that you enjoyed this particular couplet, which was actually some fun to put together. The Moon is always that mysterious, spiritual orb from afar -- full of wonder, magic, and ancient secrets. Continued Best Wishes from Ingrid and me for the weekend!! Spill Ink!! G

Charlie Smith

Date: 6/16/2017 2:23:00 PM

The moon is kind of like an old dog, always glad to see you with a wag of its tail, no matter what... Such a comforting write Gary

Gary Bateman
Date: 6/16/2017 2:39:00 PM

Thanks Charlie!! Glad to see you liked my special take here on our old friend "The Moon." It's always a subject of wonder, enchantment, and inspiration. Have a great weekend my friend!! Cheers and Best, Gary

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 6/16/2017 2:12:00 PM

- The moon has inspired us all once or twice ... or more - Many beautiful poems have been "born" in moonlight, Gary - A beautiful poem :) - A gem, I fav. - Best wishes for a lovely and peaceful weekend for you and Ingrid :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Gary Bateman
Date: 6/16/2017 2:35:00 PM

Thanks Anne-Lise!! I appreciate greatly your comments here, and the fav. Yes, for sure, the moon is always a sense of wonder and inspiration. Moonlight is always wondrous aspect too of love poems, among many others. Best Wishes for the weekend too from Ingrid and me!! Cheers and Best, Gary

Heidi Sands

Date: 6/16/2017 12:16:00 PM

Gary, I just love this! Very well done :) A favorite :)

Gary Bateman
Date: 6/16/2017 12:24:00 PM

Thanks very much Heidi!! I pleased you enjoyed this couplet. I actually got the idea for this poem about a week ago when I had a really good look one dark night at a full moon that had shone through my writing room window while I was busy writing away. That "Full Moon" inspired me to write this one!! Cheers and Best, Gary