A Little Moon For Benjamin

A little moon for Benjamin
For Benjamin the moon
Which casts itself upon his face
Tonight when it is full 
In a magic transformation
That illuminates, in depth
A purer form of innocence
A finer state of grace
And wisdom’s inspiration
That poets can embrace

For here the gaze of wonder!
For here the look of awe!
For here the eyes enraptured
By what they see afar

And uttering but these few words
In a simple, boundless phrase
“The moon, the moon”, in rapt exclaim
Is all he needs to say – 

For nothing brighter shines tonight
Than the moon that shines beyond
Except the eyes of Benjamin
For whom the moon belongs –
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Wolf Avatar
June 28, 2023 at 7:57 AM
Truly a magical write, John. You've got 'the touch,' methinks. Have you published any of your poems? The world deserves a chance to revel in their beauty. (I'm serious, by the way. They are superb.) Huzzah! ~ Gershon
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June 29, 2023 at 11:00 AM
Wow, Gershon, thanks for the vote of confidence! Glad you enjoy my poems and rate them so highly. I find publishing here on PS to my satisfaction. Warm Regards, John
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June 26, 2023 at 3:53 PM
Wow John…..l found this poem really beautiful and very touching! Love it….Debx
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June 27, 2023 at 4:15 PM
Thank You, Deb. Appreciate it! Best, John
Hind Avatar
June 23, 2023 at 3:21 PM
Just simply beautiful work!
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June 25, 2023 at 2:14 PM
Thanks again, Paige. Appreciate you. :) Best, John
Summers Avatar
June 17, 2023 at 7:00 PM
What a lovely poem, it reads effortlessly. Your last verse couldn’t have been better. My FAV list continues to grow. John
Oldham Avatar
June 18, 2023 at 4:04 AM
Thanks, J! And I’ve just found another fellow poet to follow. :) Best, John
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