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On Seeing the Moon

As the full moon softly casts its pearlescent light, the world sleeps undisturbed tonight. My heart throbs with yearning upon seeing Luna’s glow. I see no star to wish on, but what I wish for is as distant from me as that moon.

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Howard Kerr

Date: 2/21/2024 5:27:00 AM

Congratulations Andrea on your outright first place triumph. Haunting, evocative, enchanting. Heartfelt portrayal of emotions Howard

Christina Bowring

Date: 2/8/2024 12:48:00 PM

Dear Andrea, many congratulations with your win in the contest. This is a beautiful poem. Another new form to me! I love this reflective read and the imagery with the full moon as you observe the night sky and contemplate on your hearts desire/ wish. A wish so far out of your reach as the moon is - unobtainable. So profound and touching. Really enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing :)

Joe Maverick

Date: 1/30/2024 9:08:00 AM

Joe Maverick

Date: 1/30/2024 9:07:00 AM

Oh do come back to earth Andrea..' I always Stress more grounding for (the poetry types) its All very well getting carried away..Now where Was I.?? Oh yes still on you're page, no less No more' yet then again..Who? Who; indeed dear Girl is going to cover the fuel bill for going to Get you home.? Thats what I want to know.?

Jcb Brul

Date: 1/29/2024 12:25:00 PM

i love this one. Soft and sweet.Congratulations on your TOP win.

Robert Sidwell

Date: 1/27/2024 9:57:00 AM

Beautifully written. Wonderful.

David Drowley

Date: 1/27/2024 9:18:00 AM

Excellent write. Keep on keeping on!

Ink Empress

Date: 1/27/2024 4:11:00 AM

Dear Andrea, i loved how you’ve written this cosmically pleasing poem in such eloquence despite the syllables restrictions, you’ve made it flow and deliver a poem that truly is stunning plus moving! It leaves an evocative and soul stirring impression especially the lines “My heart throbs with yearning upon seeing Luna’s glow.I see no star to wish on, but what I wish for is as distant ” felt this deeply. Congratulations on your well deserved win in my contest. Thank you for sharing this with us.

Mulu Magdalinos

Date: 1/26/2024 6:16:00 AM

Hello Andrea, a lovely poem! Have a blessed day!

Mike Bayles

Date: 1/21/2024 6:47:00 PM

Love it Andrea. I'll also call it a fav.

Paige Hind

Date: 1/21/2024 4:16:00 PM

A fav! This is absolutely wonderful!

Sara Kendrick

Date: 1/20/2024 11:49:00 AM

Even if you can't see a star, it is there so wish anyway. I enjoyed reading this one. Thank you for sharing your talent with us. Sara K

Joseph May

Date: 1/20/2024 9:45:00 AM

A 'moonlit wish with a distant' glow, Wonderful write Andrea

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 1/19/2024 5:40:00 PM

simply beautiful, Andrea...sometimes my wishes, too, seem as distant from me as the moon. enjoyed the read, Sara

Silent One

Date: 1/19/2024 11:58:00 AM

Lovely idea for the contest dear.. all the best..

Andrea Dietrich
Date: 1/19/2024 4:03:00 PM

Thanks

Sam Kauffman

Date: 1/19/2024 11:02:00 AM

Andrea, this is a wonderful poem touching on deep "yearning" seeing the soft glow of moonlight when everyone else is asleep. What a wonderful metaphor for staying watchful. There is such a plaintive sense of longing - "I see no star to wish on but what I wish for is as distant from me as that moon." Amazing, wistful conclusion. This is one of the best fibonaccis I have read for the contest. I look forward to seeing it on the winners list! Blessings of health and happiness to you!

Andrea Dietrich
Date: 1/19/2024 4:03:00 PM

Thanks. So nice of you to say

Jay Narain

Date: 1/19/2024 10:50:00 AM

I love it. Excellent.

Andrea Dietrich
Date: 1/19/2024 4:03:00 PM

Thanks so much, Jay