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Moon Trip

Is it possible that man has evolved too soon?
Men who never intend to go, send other men to the moon.

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Christopher Delegans

Date: 9/18/2025 10:19:00 PM

I love the thought. Thanks for sharing this with us.

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 9/17/2025 12:22:00 PM

gives one pause for thought Hilda what might be has still to come hugs Shadow

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 9/17/2025 12:54:00 PM

Thank you.

Krishika Upadhyay

Date: 9/15/2025 8:06:00 PM

This is short and thought-provoking. It captures irony and curiosity about human ambition with sharp simplicity. Thank you for sharing this with us.

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 9/15/2025 8:16:00 PM

Thank you for reading it. I wish it were a little longer. Space is a big undertaking.

Akham Nilabirdhwaja Singh

Date: 9/15/2025 4:09:00 AM

True and funny

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 9/15/2025 12:24:00 PM

Thanks for your visit.

David Crandall

Date: 9/14/2025 6:36:00 PM

I agree with CayCay, this makes me think. If someone was looking for volunteers to go to the moon, I'd take a step backward. I prefer to watch it from here on earth.

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 9/14/2025 7:36:00 PM

Me too. I don't think they'll miss me.

CayCay Jennings

Date: 9/14/2025 3:14:00 PM

Deep and thought provoking. Should do well in contest. Poetry hugs ... CayCay

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 9/14/2025 3:24:00 PM

Thank you. I'm glad you liked it.

Paige Hind

Date: 9/12/2025 7:28:00 PM

Clever- and ironic, isn't it?

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 9/12/2025 7:35:00 PM

Yes, I would imagine a person would be volunteering if the liked the science so much. Intellectuals don't tend to go to the gym. Maybe physical fitness is important.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 9/11/2025 7:22:00 PM

Seems that your worries are over. Man is devolving faster than light these days. ~ gw

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 9/11/2025 8:38:00 PM

Lol. A good point.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 9/9/2025 3:10:00 AM

To go to the moon is a remarkable feat. But I always ask: what for? Meantime, wars, murders, and hunger rule the world.

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 9/9/2025 6:35:00 AM

They don't grow food on the moon. Thank you for your comment.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 9/8/2025 1:22:00 AM

- I love looking at the moon, Hilda ...with my feet planted on the earth :) - hugs

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 9/8/2025 5:41:00 AM

Exactly. The moon is prettier from afar. I enjoy hearing from you.

Valsa George

Date: 9/7/2025 10:03:00 PM

We fear the unknown and we don't dare to take a risk. But we are happy and eager to see others exploring the unknown mysteries, so that we can know more about them.

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 9/7/2025 11:39:00 PM

True. It is travel to the unknown but I'm not that curious. Thank you for your visit.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 9/7/2025 7:55:00 PM

Safety and security first brought the moon to light not wanting to stay unprotected.

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 9/7/2025 8:05:00 PM

Hmm. You've piqued my interest.

Susan Ashley

Date: 9/7/2025 6:14:00 PM

Dear Hilda, I adore the thought-provoking spirit of your poem. A great title too. I like both my feet on the ground. I don’t particularly enjoy flying the friendly skies never mind the dark expanse of space. Your poem rings true though.. the brains send the brawn. Warmest wishes, my poet friend.. ~Susan

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 9/7/2025 6:21:00 PM

Thank you for reading my poem. I agree with you about staying on the ground.