Comment from rodea

Excellent

Very fun poem! The Rhyme is perfect and so is the rhythm of the poem. Great job and thanks for sharing. The Photo is funny and fits the poem! That Moonshine can be dangerous stuff!

 Comment Written 05-Aug-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Aug-2016

Thank you so much, Rodea, for taking time to read my little, silly poem. It's hard for even me to imagine how I started writing about the sun and the moon, and ended up on moonshine. LOL! Your kind words and generous review are greatly appreciated. :-)

Comment from Joy Graham

Excellent

I love the image of this 5-7-5 poem :) You captured the picture well and made it pop with life. Hillbillies are always a fun bunch. A simple message that jumps out at the reader. A terrific punchline leaving readers with a fun aha moment. Congratulations on winning this contest. Well deserved!

 Comment Written 05-Aug-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Aug-2016

Thank you so much, Joy Graham, for taking time to read my little, silly poem It's hard for even me to imagine how I started writing about the sun and the moon, and ended up on moonshine. Your kind words and generous review are greatly appreciated. :-)

Comment from Heather Knight

Excellent

I really enjoyed this naughty little poem. I have to say the hilarious picture is a perfect match. Congratulations on the win!

 Comment Written 05-Aug-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Aug-2016

Thank you so much, MJ, for taking time to read my little, silly poem. It's hard for even me to imagine how I started writing about the sun and the moon, and ended up on moonshine. LOL! Your kind word and generous review are greatly appreciated. :-)

Comment from writeapoem

Excellent

This is a good five seven five. The image makes the message come alive. The moonshine cannot be produced without the Sunlight. White lightning when it strikes can be frightening and bite the tongue. A good submission with a colorful message and image.

 Comment Written 05-Aug-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Aug-2016

Thank you so much for taking time to read my little, silly poem. It's hard for even me to imagine how I started out writing about the sun and the moon, and ended up on moonshine. LOL! Your kind words and generous review are greatly appreciated. :-)

Comment from JW

Excellent

Nice picture, and your poem brings a valid point.

I know because I went to a university located in the mountains where white lightening was easily obtainable. JW

 Comment Written 05-Aug-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Aug-2016

Thank you so much, JW, for taking time to read my little, silly poem. It's hard for even me to imagine how I started out writing about the sun and the moon, and ended up on moonshine. Guess it's my one track mind? Seriously, I don't drink anything stronger than coffee or tea theses days. LOL! Yes, those mountain people sure know how to add libations and sensations to get a party rolling. Oh, and thank for sharing some good ol' George. You kind words and generous review are greatly appreciated. :-)

Comment from TKField

Excellent

Sometimes it just all comes together, and such is the case here. Moonshine, sunshine, play on words, double meaning contrasting shines. No surprise it brought home the bacon in the thing.

But, the illustration here is not politically correct, since it reinforces the stereotype that residents of the US rural south are a bunch of yee-hawing, barefoot, walleyed, toothless, rag-wearing, drunken goobers. You sir have HIllbillyophobia. I'll have you know that simple-minded, inbred, mongoloid idiot, banjo plucking hillbillies and hookworm inflicted holler denizens are the knee-bone of this great nation. Now if you'll excuse me I gotta feed the critters and take a dip in the cement pond.

 Comment Written 05-Aug-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Aug-2016

TKField, it sounds like you and I might share a little combination of cliff-ape, stump-jumper, and ridge-runner bloodlines. Of course, calling a real Orchard tea drinking mountain man a hillbilly might damn well get a feller shot. LOL! Thank you so much for this outstanding review. I actually did have a lady yesterday who gave me a one-star- review and told me I would use the "N" word, and how I was stereotyping these poor people from the hills, and on, and on, and on. I tried to tell her that I hadn't seen her post, but that I in know way was meaning anything derogatory towards anyone. Like an idiot, I tried to explain, when I should have just let it go. Besides, mountain people wouldn't have recognized themselves, and if they had, they would have laughed their butts off. They are proud people, of what I don't know, but they don't give a damn what other people think. Sure, wish I'd had a jug I could have drowned that lady with or get plastered, and I haven't had a taste in twenty years or more. Your kind words, comments, and generous review are greatly appreciated. :-)

reply by TKField on 05-Aug-2016

One of the best reply to a review I've ever had on this site. Yee-Haw!

Check this out. It's a gasser.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GE9AQhfz2fM

Comment from write hand blue

Excellent

A well presented poem, with an appropriate picture. I like the caricature of a well experienced tester of the subject of this work, moonshine.

A good play between sunshine and moonshine. A well deserved win... ~Mel~

 Comment Written 05-Aug-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Aug-2016

Thank you so much, Write Hand Blue, for taking time to read my little, silly poem. It's hard for even me to imagine how I started out writing about the sun and the moon, and ended up on moonshine. Your kind words and generous review are greatly appreciated. :-)

Comment from danpald

Excellent

The beauty of the sun
The warmth of the run
How to meet this treasure
In the night without a measure

So at night the time is right
To shine with drink so bright
Moonshine fills the heart
With the warmth that is the start

 Comment Written 05-Aug-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Aug-2016

Yes, you understand so well. Thank you so much for taking time to read my little, silly poem. It's hard for even me to imagine how I started out writing about the sun and the moon, and ended up on moonshine. Guess it's my one track mind? LOL! Seriously, I don't drink anything stronger than coffee or tea, but I drink too much. Your kind words and generous review are greatly appreciated. :-)

Comment from MidnightReicheru

Excellent

I really like this poem. Great job and congratulations on winning the contest. This 5-7-5 poem is funny and just very enjoyable to read. I also love the picture you've chosen.

 Comment Written 05-Aug-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Aug-2016

Thank you so much, MidnightReicheru, for taking time to read my poem. It's hard for even me to imagine that I started out writing and the sun and the moon, and ended up on moonshine. LOL! Your kind words and generous review are greatly appreciated. :-)

Comment from dmt1967

Excellent

I love the picture and it fitted in well with the words. Both the picture and the words made me laugh and I liked the link between sunshine and moonshine. Good luck in the contest and thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 05-Aug-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Aug-2016

Thank you so much, DMT1967, for taking time to read my little, silly poem. It's hard for even me to imagine that I started off writing about the sun and the moon, and ended up on moonshine. LOL! Your kind words and generous review are greatly appreciated. :-)