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Despondent Moon

Oh, sad moon,
you float
alone
in what used to be,
your cloud nine,
looking down
despondently
at me.
I remember
your illuminating glow,
so gleeful at twilight.
I remember
the smile
you wore yesterday
when billions
of your friends
shared the sky
with you.
But tonight
the sky is starless
and you're now so blue.
Smile, moon.
Smile again!
I'm here.
I'm a friend


Submitted for...
All Yours (Feb 5) Poetry Contest (Winner: 1st Place)
Sponsored by: Brian Strand
Date written: 02/04/2021
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Goldsmith Avatar
February 7, 2021 at 7:18 AM
Congratulations on your win. I love to see the full moon so bright and beautiful. Sometimes it is so very huge and close I feel I could touch it. Have a wonderful day with blessings...............
Ibeh Avatar
February 7, 2021 at 8:13 AM
Thank you, Paula. The beauty of a full moon is especially striking at night! Have a wonderful day as well!
Ligon Avatar
February 6, 2021 at 2:00 PM
Great personification.
Ibeh Avatar
February 6, 2021 at 2:04 PM
Thank you, Juliet:-) Most appreciated.
Pandit Avatar
February 5, 2021 at 5:38 AM
This is so beautiful, Edward. Superb ending. Into my FAVES.
Ibeh Avatar
February 5, 2021 at 1:48 PM
Thank you so much, Vijay:-) I appreciate the FAV, my friend!
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