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Trillium 
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA 
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The Moon Knows Secrets The moon knows secrets old as time. I almost hear the distant chime Of temple bells, as she awakes And her nightly journey takes. She sees whatever darkness hides. Marks the turning of the tides. Watches hunters and their prey. Smiles on those who get away! Lights a path for lovers and Beautifies the sea and land, With her magic, lunar light, Watching over us all night. The moon seems cloaked in mystery. She is more intimate to me Than sun or stars, because we see Clearly, her trajectory. Dark lines showing on her face, Each and every month, we trace Patterns as she wax and wanes, New till quarter, as she gains Strength and luminosity, Then shining in full majesty! Betty Lou Hebert Published in Poet's Fantasy, 1998 [This message has been edited by Trillium (09-09-2003 06:13 PM).] |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
BettyLou~ You KNOW I love moon poetry~ You KNEW I'd come and read this~ You KNEW I'd love it~ You KNEW I'd leave you a reply~ But ... did ya' know I LOVE you and Ron ? YEPPERS ! I DO !  Hi RON~ *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*When the heart grieves over what it has lost, |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Yes, I too love this one. The moon is a favored subject for we poets. Love, Joyce |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Marge: You are right! I knew you'd read this and I hoped you'd like it! Ron sends his love! He always enjoyes these little messages for him. Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Joyce: Thanks. The moon is so beautiful right now, isn't it? Betty Lou Hebert |
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Maddy vanD Member
since 2003-09-06
Posts 99Newfoundland, Canada |
A beautiful poem, I so love the idea of the moon knowing all the dirty little secrets of the night. I wonder why the moon appeals so to poets....perhaps the connection between the moon and madness???? I mean we must all be just a little mad to write this stuff that the world has no time for anymore eh? Maddy |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Maddy: Thanks for commenting. I suppose the moon is mysterious to a lot of people. It's such a contrast to the night. So brilliant at this time of year too. Whatever it is, it does fascinate us. Fortunately, there are still of us, like you and I, who read and write poetry and enjoy it! Betty Lou Hebert |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
I have to echo Marge's comments. I love the moon immensely. She has hung there in all her glory and mystery for eternity. Your whole poem is fantastic, but I love this line ... As I too am always cheering for those who get away.  Watches hunters and their prey. Smiles on those who get away! Hugs and Smiles, Marti [This message has been edited by NewEnglandlazurlu (09-10-2003 08:42 PM).] |
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coyote Senior Member
since 2001-03-17
Posts 1077 |
Luna always makes me howl.... I enjoyed the read, Betty Lou. Thanks, coyote  |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Marti: I'm right there with you rooting for the prey! I always dread hunting season and every day I say prayers for the hunted! Love betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
coyote: Thanks for your comments. Glad you enjoyed this. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Hello Betty Lou I adore poems about the moon and this one was fabulous. Take care......Sue I am in motion |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Sue: The moon has been so beautiful this month, here. Glad you enjoyed this. Thanks. Betty Lou Hebert |
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pegasus111 Member Elite
since 2000-07-27
Posts 2219ocala, fl, usa |
I was at the beach not too long ago and the full moon rose over the atlantic like a giant pale orange. too lovely to do anything except bask in its beauty. as is this poem... the woods are lovely, dark, and deep, but I have promises to keep, and many miles to go before I sleep...Frost |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
pegasus111: I envy you watching the full moon at the beach. I love the ocean and often wonder how I ended up so far inland. Haven't made it out to the coast for 2 years now. Life! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Ah, yes the moon in all it's wonder. Love this write. Chris "Hope" is the thing with feathers |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Thanks Chris. Glad to hear you enjoyed this. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
  (smiles) God Bless You, sweet friend, the moon has so many secrets to share and there are many we have yet to see as every second reveals less or more light! (big hugggssssss) This is gleaming with beauty, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Betty, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton I don't need no proof when it comes to God and truth |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Noah: Another beautiful picture to go with this poem. Thanks for commenting. Betty Lou Hebert |
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