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The Man In the Moon

The Man in the Moon
His face shown bright this summer night while hanging in the sky, and all the while his golden smile did friendliness imply. He saw her there, a lass so fair, just sitting by herself; without a lad, and looking sad, wall flower on a shelf. “And why my dear, just sitting here” he softly asked the girl, “on night so bright, it’s just not right for thoughts of life to swirl.” “I’m on my own, and all alone,” she answered with a sigh, “no one to keep me company, I feel like I could cry.” The moon replied, “Don’t be denied, there’s love out to be found. My dearest one, don’t come undone no tears upon the ground. Rise to your feet this night to greet, a world that’s full of mirth. Don’t be so blind, go out and find the measure of your worth.” To all behold this orb of gold who’s holding out his hand, while shining bright this summer night, and smiling on the land.
July 5, 2019
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La France Avatar
November 20, 2019 at 3:50 PM
John congratulations on your win in my writing challenge with this wonderful write and I like your image too!
Gondolf Avatar
November 21, 2019 at 3:56 AM
Thank you, Constance, I appreciate it, and thanks for hosting the contest. Hugs, John
Makama Avatar
July 30, 2019 at 1:26 PM
Your consistency makes your already wonderful craft majestic. Yet another lovely piece. This is really great..
Gondolf Avatar
July 30, 2019 at 1:38 PM
Thanks so much for the wonderful comment, Funom, I appreciate it. I'm humbled by your thoughts. John
Nicole Avatar
July 17, 2019 at 9:38 PM
So deserving of more than an Honorable Mention. This ranks so much higher than that. Such a Wonderful Message behind the words. It seems as though I am the only one that truly understood these thoughts from your heart. Congratulations John, on this win. ~ Brandy
Gondolf Avatar
July 18, 2019 at 8:04 AM
Thank you, Brandy, you comments mean a great deal to me. I appreciate you and your thoughts. All my best. John
Adams Avatar
July 10, 2019 at 6:40 AM
what a lovely poem you have penned here, as a child i always swore the moon had a face! Enjoyed this one John! hugs :)
Gondolf Avatar
July 10, 2019 at 8:04 AM
Thank you so much, Sandy, I'm glad you enjoyed my little tale. Hugs, John
Michael Avatar
July 6, 2019 at 9:01 AM
A wonderful write...full of hope...
Gondolf Avatar
July 6, 2019 at 1:27 PM
Thanks, Arturo, I appreciate your kind words. John
Proxenos Avatar
July 6, 2019 at 2:22 AM
A terrific story with great personification from both the moon and the girl - very clever and a fav John, Hugs and blessings.
Gondolf Avatar
July 6, 2019 at 8:46 AM
Thank you so much, Jenn, I'm glad you enjoyed my little story. And thank you my friend for saving it as a favorite. Hugs, John
Dietrich Avatar
July 5, 2019 at 7:58 PM
a beautiful little tale this is, John! So creative.
Gondolf Avatar
July 5, 2019 at 8:06 PM
Thank you so much, Andrea, I glad you enjoyed it. John
Nicole Avatar
July 5, 2019 at 6:57 PM
"Don’t be so blind, go out and find the measure of your worth" Exactly. This statement holds so much truth. Your entire poem touches the heart. "The Man in the Moon" Could it be within ourselves we find the answers we seek? Perhaps. I truly think so. You have created another Masterpiece my friend. I wish to save this in my favorites as well. ~ Brandy
Gondolf Avatar
July 5, 2019 at 7:27 PM
Thank you so much, Brandy, for your wonderful comments and support and for the fav. You and your thoughts are always appreciated. My best to you. John
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