Ode To The Moon

Oh Moon, high above
Long associated your
Luminance with human love; your many phases
Simply uneven reflections, heated blushes of
Of our often less than perfectly performing hearts —

From your lofty altitude, can you give a hint,
Where has my love traveled? Since I drove
Her foolishly away, my heartstrings regretfully
Unraveling —

Dear Moon, can you not flash a code for me,
Project before me a hopeful beam that I
May follow? Give this foolish, remorseful soul
Relief from his own self-imposed hollow.

Please tell her of my longing, in your many dreamy ways.
Tell of my sorrow, clearer to me my own darkness, now in
Lightness days. Tell her using your best romantic displays.
Perhaps your graceful gleams will find a fond
Opening for me, if one yet remains in her distant
Heart? You, Mother Moon, bringing strays together, investing
Love's all – to see us then so sadly, thoughtlessly apart.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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George Avatar
April 29, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Dear Joe, here moon becomes a messenger for you to bring tidings of your dear one. You long for your beloved's presence who is estranged from you. This poem of love, remorse and longing is beautifully composed.
DiMino Avatar
April 30, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Thank you so much, Valsa; moonlight is romantic, mystical, magical. Blessings my friend.
Etgen-Baker Avatar
April 26, 2026 at 5:23 PM
this poem really resonated with me--a poem of love and sorrow using the moon. Most creative. Wishing you well.
DiMino Avatar
April 26, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Thank you, Sara; it was a fun write, not really sad. Just exploring human emotions connected to our beloved romantic moon. Have a great writing day!
One Avatar
April 26, 2026 at 11:47 AM
I can hear your yearning through your words.. I wonder if the moon is a metaphor for your beloved... The moon has inspired so many a poet and none poet and I see it has truly inspired you here my friend... all the best... sending your moonlight blessings..
DiMino Avatar
April 26, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Thank you, my friend. If you have time, link is to a beautiful Moon Song. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCcGw_wflRw&list=RDuCcGw_wflRw&start_radio=1
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April 26, 2026 at 7:07 AM
Ahhh romance, longing, lost love and the moon….a wonderful combination Joe creating a gorgeous, beautifully written poem! Just lovely….Debx
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April 26, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Hi Deb. I thought I would try my hand at little romance this morning. One of my Favorite Arias, Song To The Moon. Here is a fantastic performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCcGw_wflRw&list=RDuCcGw_wflRw&start_radio=1
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