Notes About The Poem

Night is a lovely time to walk and muse and commune with God.

I usually had my two big dogs with me but since they have passed on I miss my late night walks.

Selene - Goddess of the Moon

The Goddess of the Moon looked down,
Upon the quiet garden.
She watched night creatures at play,
The owl, raccoon and marten,

Seeking as they do each night,
Their simple, humble fare,
And smiled as she watched them,
The breeze catching her hair.

The silver strands float all about,
Her visage so exciting.
So ethereal, so mystical,
Her crystal gaze enticing.

I come each night to watch her dance,
While everyone is sleeping,
And all is quiet, peaceful, still,
The lovely maid comes sweeping,

Silver streaks of moon light,
Through town and wood and glen;
Then morning comes and she is gone,
Till moon rise comes again.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Vinson Avatar
December 3, 2016 at 6:17 PM
Great poem, Judy. Moonlight is magical, and we are lucky to have our Selene.
Callus Avatar
December 2, 2016 at 9:22 AM
This is beautiful, Judy...delightful imagery and personification. In our Maltese language the moon is a male! ~ Regards // paul
Leake Avatar
November 30, 2016 at 5:59 AM
Enjoyed this lovely piece of poetry Judy, From beginning to end!!! Best Wishes Kevin
Ball Avatar
November 30, 2016 at 10:06 AM
Thank you so much Kevin. Glad you liked it. God Bless, JB
Chircop Avatar
November 30, 2016 at 5:49 AM
Such a beauty.
Ball Avatar
November 30, 2016 at 10:12 AM
Thank you so much Charmaine for stopping by to read for me. God Bless, JB
Wolf Avatar
November 29, 2016 at 7:46 PM
I adore poetry about the moon, add in a goddess and I'm all yours! This one touched me and for that I thank you! Selene? Is it Greek or Roman? I know it's one or the other. Anyway, thoroughly enjoyed your poem today.
Ball Avatar
November 29, 2016 at 9:46 PM
Thank you so much Rick. Glad you like it. Don't know which the name belongs to I just like the name. God Bless, JB
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