A Celestial Dance of Love

The moments of the eventide are tender as the weary Sun kisses the horizon good night. With dusk fading to a cobalt blue, the passion of the Moon arises tempting the Fairest Maiden of the Night to join him in a celestial dance of love. With stars twinkling like diamonds in her hair, and a golden glow reflecting off her breasts demurely in his light, the Fairest Maiden of the Night surrenders to the passions of the Moon. Beneath the blanket of darkness the Moon and Fairest Maiden of the Night come together dancing a minuet of love throughout the night to rhythmic melodies of the crickets’ summer song. As the night grows long and the darkness starts to wane, the Fairest Maiden of the Night, inseminated with the Moon’s celestial seed, gives birth to a new dawn, and the cycle of life begins anew.
August 6, 2020 These thoughts were composed the other night as I watched the full moon dance slowly across the sky.
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Date: 9/4/2020 6:18:00 AM
This is certainly one of your best John, what lovely imagery you created, and the metaphor of celestial lovemaking giving birth to a new dawn...I mean...just wow! Have to fave this one!!
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/4/2020 1:29:00 PM
Thanks so much, John, I appreciate your kind comments, and thank you for adding it to your favorites. Have a great holiday. John
Date: 8/9/2020 4:56:00 PM
I wonder: When you saw the moon 'dance across the sky,' was it doing the 'moonwalk?!' ... Your beautiful poem brings to mind classical ballroom waltzes in 19th century Europe capitals --- sweeping and graceful. (At least they appear so in movies!). Thanks, Gershon
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John Gondolf
Date: 8/9/2020 6:24:00 PM
Thanks, Gershon, I’m glad you saw it as sweeping and graceful, that is the feel I wanted. That’s why I chose the minuet as their dance. Cheers, John
Date: 8/9/2020 3:24:00 AM
Agree with all the other comments: A lovely piece John.
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John Gondolf
Date: 8/9/2020 3:56:00 AM
Thanks for stopping by and sharing your comments, Gary, I appreciate it. John
Date: 8/8/2020 8:15:00 PM
Gorgeous piece John! Congrats on your win!:)
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John Gondolf
Date: 8/8/2020 8:25:00 PM
Awww, thank you, Bren, I appreciate you. Hugs.
Date: 8/7/2020 10:50:00 AM
This is a Beautiful romantic expression, my friend
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John Gondolf
Date: 8/7/2020 10:58:00 AM
Thank you, Pashang, I appreciate it. John
Date: 8/6/2020 6:12:00 PM
There is something magical about the moon and its light. The way it cascades upon the earth, even along the skin. You have created a beautiful scene here with your words. This is tender, romantic and passionate, with just the right amount of sensuality. Simply breathtaking my dear friend. :) Hugs, Brandy
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John Gondolf
Date: 8/6/2020 7:06:00 PM
The glow of the moon is soft and tender and the secrets of lovers are always safe with her. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Brandy, I’m glad I was able to take your breath away with my words. Hugs, John
Date: 8/6/2020 4:17:00 PM
John, I'm enamoured. Extremely romantic, yes. Depiction of a well covered relationship with our orbiting companions is written anew. This came from both pure meditation and skill in projection. Thank Heaven we are witness to your craft. You wrapped the synergy and mystery into an enticing scene.
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John Gondolf
Date: 8/6/2020 6:50:00 PM
Thank you for the wonderful comments, Sigrid, I appreciate it. I just speak these simple thoughts from my heart.
Date: 8/6/2020 1:10:00 PM
Exquisite imagery..a charming write, John.
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John Gondolf
Date: 8/6/2020 1:51:00 PM
Thank so much, Vijay, I'm glad you liked it. John
Date: 8/6/2020 10:35:00 AM
What a perfect poem a breath taking beginning, love and passion in between and finally a cycle of life begins anew - what superb poetry, well penned my friend. Blessings and hugs, Jennifer.
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Date: 8/6/2020 10:55:00 AM
Thank you for sharing your wonderful comments, Jenn, I'm glad you enjoyed it. You're the best. Hugs, John
Date: 8/6/2020 8:47:00 AM
Such a charming energy felt with this beautiful write. It stirs passions and visions within. I love it. God bless you always
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John Gondolf
Date: 8/6/2020 9:02:00 AM
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and comments, Gina, and thank you for saving it to your favorites. John
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Regina Mcintosh
Date: 8/6/2020 8:48:00 AM
And, it is a FAVE!!!
Date: 8/6/2020 6:23:00 AM
Spectacular writing, dear John! Another fave! Hoping for POTD!
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Date: 8/6/2020 8:18:00 AM
I don't know about this being a POTD but your comment is certainly the "comment of the day." Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and another fave, Kim, I appreciate you. Hugs, John
Date: 8/6/2020 5:29:00 AM
Love how you used objects of the heavens in your very passionate romantic verse John. Tom
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John Gondolf
Date: 8/6/2020 5:33:00 AM
Thanks, Tom, I appreciate it. Sometimes I wonder where these thoughts come from; too many Hallmark movies I guess. Cheers, John
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