John Michaels Poet Sedoka

Moonlight Delight

Opalescent orb,
so sovereignly-suspended,
calls forth primitive instincts.
Bathe in her beauty,
revere righteous radiance
and cherish moments ere dawn.

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My first Sedoka.  Written 8 September 2017

For Russell Sivey's "Moonlight Delight" contest.
(2nd Place)

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Darlene De Beaulieu November 27, 2018 at 11:17 AM Hello John Micheal, this is a delightful poem. I do like the moonlight,when the moon is full and the stars are out ... it is a lovely sight. have a nice day my friend.

Susan Ashley October 14, 2017 at 7:35 PM Wow John, such a brilliant and lovely sedoka. every line is breathtaking, your imagery and alliteration is gorgeous. A belated congrats on your well-deserved win with this beautiful gem. Enjoyed!! John Michaels October 15, 2017 at 5:32 AM Thanks very much for your kind comments, Susan. Very much appreciated!! All the best, John.

Gregory Richard Barden September 13, 2017 at 10:05 PM This is beautiful, John - love it! Blessings and congrats on your win, my friend! :-) John Michaels September 15, 2017 at 12:26 PM Thank you for the great comments, Greg! Much appreciated. Regards, John.

Connie Marcum Wong September 12, 2017 at 12:27 AM There were so many entries in this contest, I missed reading this one John. It is very deserving to have received second placement! I have to Fave this little gem! Congratulations! : ) John Michaels September 15, 2017 at 12:25 PM Very kind of you to say so - thanks for the wonderful feedback and honoured for you to add to your favourites. Kind regards, John.

Andrea Dietrich September 10, 2017 at 8:29 PM Wonderful job, John. BIG congrats John Michaels September 15, 2017 at 12:25 PM Thanks for your comments, Andrea!! All the best, John.

Jan Allison September 10, 2017 at 4:26 PM Such lovely imagery and alliteration... I love opalescent orb which is so descriptive :-) hugs Jan xx John Michaels September 15, 2017 at 12:24 PM Thanks very much, Jan! Appreciate your kind comments. It's always difficult trying to put a new 'spin' on such a popular topic, so I hope I did it justice. Regards, John.

Probir Gupta September 10, 2017 at 1:16 AM Beautiful Sedoka on moonlight ... Congratulations on your nice win ... Thanks for appreciating my Moonlight Delight and its placement ... John Michaels September 10, 2017 at 8:03 AM Thanks very much, Probir. Pleased you liked it. Regards, John.

Subimal Sinha-Roy September 9, 2017 at 11:32 PM Congratulations on you win, John. John Michaels September 10, 2017 at 8:02 AM Thanks very much. Regards, John.

Pandita Sietesantos September 9, 2017 at 9:39 PM It is no surprise that this piece received such a big win! What a lovely write with wonderful use of alliteration - beautiful! Congratulations, my friend! Best regards. Pandita John Michaels September 10, 2017 at 8:02 AM Thanks so much for the wonderful comments, Pandita! Always great to hear from you. Kind regards, John.

Paul Callus September 9, 2017 at 2:36 PM Same as the title of this lovely poem, it was a delight reading it, John. Congratulations on your podium finish! Regards // paul John Michaels September 10, 2017 at 8:01 AM Most kind Paul, most kind. Thanks for your support. Regards, John.

Anne-Lise Andresen September 9, 2017 at 1:59 PM - Congratulations on your beautiful 2nd place, John :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) John Michaels September 10, 2017 at 8:01 AM Thanks very much, Anne-Lise. I appreciate the kind comments. Regards, John.

Alfred Berggren September 9, 2017 at 12:42 PM Good poem that brings to my mind pictures of the moons I've seen. John Michaels September 10, 2017 at 8:00 AM Thank you, Alfred. Regards, John.

Charlie Smith September 9, 2017 at 10:31 AM Very well done John, congratulations. John Michaels September 10, 2017 at 8:00 AM Thank you, Charlie. Appreciated! Regards, John.

Janice Canerdy September 9, 2017 at 8:23 AM This is SO lovely, Joh. Congrats on your win! Janice John Michaels September 10, 2017 at 7:59 AM That's kind of you to say so, Janice. Regards, John.

Laura Shale September 9, 2017 at 8:11 AM Congratulations! John Michaels September 10, 2017 at 7:59 AM Thanks, Laura. Regards, John.

Heidi Sands September 9, 2017 at 6:45 AM This is very nice John. Congratulations :) John Michaels September 9, 2017 at 6:55 AM Thanks very much, Heidi!! All the best, John.