Centripetal

The crimson moon bawls on his flight
Doleful to be condemned to night

His samba partner teems with life
Yet he hangs listless filled with strife

Whilst craters pock his dusty face
Her smooth profile glows soft with grace

Waves splash coyly along her skin
As parching drought afflicts the twin

Halo membranes caress her soul
While he claims little to extol

He’s locked away from that embrace
Like a buckle upon her waist

Sequestered on his lofty perch
He ponders how to end his lurch

He tries to shake his mantle free
So he can float with meek debris

Just as he starts to drift away
He hears whispers begin to play

Prayers hailing romance twist his ear
Until he melts away from fear

Maybe those folks below can see
Just how lonely the moon can be

Words purify to help him heal
His love for her shall make him real
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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Jordan Avatar
January 22, 2009 at 8:01 AM
John congratulations on your win - Wonderful poem - God Bless, MJ
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January 11, 2009 at 4:35 AM
Wow this is so beautiful, well deserving win. Congratulations on your win. Love, Chitra
Winter Avatar
January 9, 2009 at 5:56 PM
Congratulations John on your first Place win in Debbie's contest! Well done! Love, Shar
Richards Avatar
January 9, 2009 at 7:15 AM
Great job, and wonderful entry to the contest! Well deserving 1st place win!! Congratulations! ~ Carrie
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January 9, 2009 at 12:07 AM
John, congratulations on your First Place Win in Debbie's inspiring contest. Best wishes, Nigel
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