About Moonlight . . .
By Annie Jenkin--England & Michael Escoubas--United States
if on your journey
the sun dims over one path
the sun dims over one path
you will find it again
lighting the way
along a different path
lighting the way
along a different path
the receding sun
signals night’s purple curtain
full of chandelier shine—
an illuminating presence
as if by destiny sent
may the wind always
blow gently against your back
to fill billowing sails
suffused with dreams
toward your new horizons
the journey engaged—
moonlight with a billion
silver sequins shows the way
by points of light dancing
on a moonlit stage
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ReplyDeleteDear Annie & Michael, you picked a exquisite subject
ReplyDeleteto write about. My grand mother, a song lyric writer,
wrote, "Moonlight becomes you", which she called
my baby song. Little did she know it would wind
Up a famous love song. I have no doubt your
Awesome words building to moonlit stage
will do wonders as well. Great chosen
words and flow.
Yancy
Dear Yancy,
ReplyDeleteIt is quite the honor to publish in Whispers' Partners in Poetry feature. Annie and I feel honored to do so and felt all along that the idea contained within the poem was strong enough to explore. The beauty of night and the imaginative possibilities for poetry seem endless.
So appreciate your taking the time to read and comment.
Michael
Michael perhaps I haven't said enough about you two's
Deleteword art work, as signals night’s purple curtain, of chandelier shine—an illuminating presence as if by destiny sent all because receding sun draws a purple curtain. Very real imaginative beauty. I loved reading these words.
Yancy
Thank you Yancy, your comments pull out the richness of the joint activity with style. Best wishes
DeleteSure thing Annie, you scribe good stuff, I look forward
Deleteto reading more of your words, in partners with
whoever or and your own separate work.
Yancy
Aloha Annie and Michael,
ReplyDeleteThank you for gracing us with your beautiful imagery. Reading it is like entering a peaceful flower garden - a soothing balm in today's frenetic world.
Thank you Molly, We are pleased to have taken you to a place where you can relax. Best wishes
DeleteGreetings Molly,
DeleteI echo Annie's response!
Blessings to you,
Michael
The message that is clear to me in this poem is, never stop believing when times are difficult and you can't see a way out of your sorrow, a new bright day is waiting for you
ReplyDeleteVery well written
Yes, that is what we are saying, times change and the sunshine will come about again. Thank you for your comments, best wishes from us both.
DeleteHi Inge,
DeleteThank you Inge; we worked on a "journey" them through the imagery of moonlight--so pleased that you received our positive message.
Michael
Annie and Michael,
ReplyDeleteThe Moon is beautiful and so is your poem.
Yours truly,
David Fox
Thank you very much David, you few words speak volumes to us both, take good care
DeleteDear David,
DeleteSo pleased that you took the time to read and comment--this is what makes Whispers the uplifting community that it is.
Michael
You write very well together - love your poem with its heartfelt & uplifting message
ReplyDeleteDear Jack,
DeleteThank you for your comment which means so much to us given your expertise in poetry.
Michael
Thank you Jack - pleased it resonated with you. Take care
DeleteLovely piece, thank you both for sharing it with us!
ReplyDeleteThank you Peggy,
DeletePleased to hear from you about a poem which grew in meaning as we worked our way through it.
Blessings,
Michael
Yes, I echo Michael's response - Take Good Care
DeleteAnnie and Michael Your beautifully written poem makes an important statement about different paths with new horizons and a moonlit stage. Thank You Both
ReplyDeleteDear J T,
DeleteSo gratifying to read your comment.
Thank you,
Michael
Thank you JT - we hope the image keeps you going until something else makes you smile. Best wishes
DeleteEnjoyed it reading your cowrite, Annie and Michael! Just lovely and beautifully written!
DeleteAll the best,
Love,
Gert
Greetings Gert,
DeleteThis was a fun project for both of us -- appreciate your gracious comment.
With high regard,
Michael
Annie and Michael, this poem is a sunshine of artistry, collaboration and hope.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on this seamless collaboration, Annie & Michael! This poem is lovely, but it mainly shines through its positivity. Regards // paul
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed reading your collaboration..Sara
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