Connie Marcum Wong Poet Free verse

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Moonstruck

Moonstruck

We are so close my love, 
     that on certain dark days
we set each other aflame
     exploding like aerials that
quickly burst then dissipate
     leaving vapors of remains
that the wind blows away.
     As quickly as our arguments
ignite, they are over in a flash
     and we are reminded of the
explosive power of the new moon.
     We go to separate rooms to cool
and recoup from the intensity
     of opposites drawn by each 
other's flame unable to keep from
     a combustible explosion on days
when the dark and moody moon
     seems to delight in our conflict.

12-6-18

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Valerie Staton January 10, 2019 at 3:39 PM Very nice poem.

Valerie Staton January 10, 2019 at 3:38 PM Very well written. Enjoyed reading this poem.

Jennifer Proxenos January 7, 2019 at 9:07 AM What a true to life, down to earth poem. Loved it - very well penned. Poetry wishes, Jennifer. Connie Marcum Wong January 8, 2019 at 11:36 AM Thank you Jennifer. My husband and I are passionate opposites and that naughty Luna effects us when she is dark and moody. : )

Vladislav Raven December 15, 2018 at 8:21 PM Hi Connie, you always manage to let emotions sing within your poetry. Once again the emotions flow and I am mesmerized as I read your wondrous poetic lines. The moon forever touches my soul, whatever stage it is in, as it does with most of us. It has such a pull on us, mystical, magical. The moon can affect our emotions. You always sing emotions so well. An excellent write Connie. have a wonderful weekend. Hugs....Mike. XX

CayCay Godwin December 14, 2018 at 7:47 PM I'm going to keep my thoughts on 'personal' elements out of this box and praise the beauty and knowledgeable depth of your expressions for the unique fire opposites hold. Genuinely unfolds many of love's possible layers. Love you ... CayCay

Matthew Anish December 9, 2018 at 5:54 PM "Dark and moody moon" - nice phrase! I like this poem! Peace & Love Matthew Anish

Silent One December 9, 2018 at 10:31 AM Nice expressions Connie...So poetically expressed.

Ravi Sathasivam December 9, 2018 at 1:10 AM Excellent write with heartfelt and emotional. Enjoyed reading it.

Sara Kendrick December 8, 2018 at 12:47 PM Enjoyed reading your interpretation of the picture. Sara Connie Marcum Wong December 9, 2018 at 12:11 PM This was not an ekphrasis poem Sara. I wrote the poem and then searched the net for a photo to go with it. Thank you for stopping by. Happy holidays to you and your family. ; ) xxoo

Constance La France December 8, 2018 at 11:16 AM Connie, beautifully penned, well done~

Demetrios Trifiatis December 8, 2018 at 5:28 AM I love the moonlight and spend many hours next to the waves to watch the full moon! Delightful and inspiring poem dearest, Connie!

Lindsay Laurie December 7, 2018 at 7:25 PM Hello Connie … nicely expressed once again. The moon does have an influence on earth and us too - thank you Connie - Lindsay Connie Marcum Wong December 8, 2018 at 12:43 AM Thank you Lindsay. It is late do I will check out your poems tomorrow morning. So nice to hear from you. Happy holidays my friend. : ) xxoo

Andrea Dietrich December 7, 2018 at 5:30 PM oh I do know how the moon affects your life, Connie. What a beautiful way to tell it. And I like the picture you put with it as well. Connie Marcum Wong December 8, 2018 at 12:41 AM Thank you Andrea. That naughty moon causes a lot of havoc. : ) xxoo

John Lawless December 7, 2018 at 3:49 PM OH, Connie, my wife and I call them "Irish" spats.....loudly vocal, intense, followed by a steamy cooling off period akin to the aftermath of an August thunderstorm. Very nicely written Connie Marcum Wong December 7, 2018 at 4:25 PM You described it perfectly John...and must admit my Irish is aroused during the dark moon at times. Thank you for your insightful comment John. : )

Harry Horsman December 7, 2018 at 3:28 PM Heartfelt and emotional, beautiful poetry, Connie.. Connie Marcum Wong December 7, 2018 at 4:26 PM Thank you Harry. I am rushing to return comments before my granddaughters arrive this afternoon. : ) xxoo

Caryl Muzzey December 7, 2018 at 12:28 PM Connie Marcum Wong such a strong emotional write, I really enjoyed the read~ Caryl

Chris Green December 7, 2018 at 8:03 AM Such a beautiful poem filled with love and desire and the pull of the moon. How it touches us from it's post in the night sky is often magical but can also be troubling at times. The moon, when you are in love is beautiful but with a broken heart can be a sad and lonely vision. Really nicely done Connie. Sorry I got a little carried away, the moon has that effect on me. :) Connie Marcum Wong December 7, 2018 at 11:45 AM On me too, that's what made me write it. It was a new moon! Thank you Chris. : ) xxoo

Heidi Sands December 7, 2018 at 7:04 AM A great description of moonstruck. Well written Connie :) Connie Marcum Wong December 7, 2018 at 11:51 AM Thank you Heidi....I pondered on rather to make it two words or one. Your comment convinced me it should be one. Thank you my friend. It is a new moon and she makes me a bit loony. : ) xxoo

Vijay Pandit December 7, 2018 at 6:09 AM Romantic imagery of sweet love under the moon. So true about the arguments that are over in a flash..many can relate to the scene. You write it so well, Connie. Connie Marcum Wong December 7, 2018 at 2:48 PM I appreciate that Vijay. It happens every month so I try to be aware, but that doesn't always work. My husband has the Christmas spirit this year and he sent my daughter and her family on a cruise to visit our Hawaiian Islands for seven days. My granddaughters are thrilled the whole family is looking forward to it. They leave this Saturday. I can imagine how wonderful it will be see all the Christmas decorations on board and at their many stops. Thank you for your lovely comment and I wish you and yours a blessed holiday. : )

M. L. Kiser December 7, 2018 at 5:57 AM That was lovely; sister moon is a passionate sibling and she does love lovers. Thanks for a lovely penned read. Connie Marcum Wong December 7, 2018 at 2:42 PM I appreciate your lovely comment M. L. Have a blessed Christmas! : ) xxoo

Lin Lane December 7, 2018 at 5:37 AM So wonderfully expressed, Connie. I can see you and your hunk of a husband standing on a mountain and looking upon the Pacific. So romantic. I've sent you soup mail. Connie Marcum Wong December 7, 2018 at 12:04 PM Thank you for your comment and the soup mail. You are a great friend Lin. Have a blessed Christmas xxoo

Tom Cunningham December 7, 2018 at 2:47 AM Since time began the moon is associated with passion and romance. Who isn't awestruck by the sight of a beautiful bright moon. Well written Connie. Tom. Connie Marcum Wong December 7, 2018 at 12:07 PM Thank you Tom. The moon really does have power over our emotions. It was the new moon who caused me to write this. : ) xxoo