Comment from Jeffrey L. Michaux

Excellent

This is beautiful and very romantic. I like how well you paint the picture and set the stage for the reader with your clever and well thought out wording. The artwork is a wonderful addition and doesn't take away from your well written poem. Well done CD!

 Comment Written 19-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Jun-2018

Thank you, Jeffrey, for the delightful comments. I'm glad you enjoyed, and most grateful. Craig

Comment from Dean Kuch

Excellent

Good use of an aabb rhyme scheme in all four rhyming quatrains, Craig.
The poem has a smooth, even flow and reads wonderfully out loud.
The message is as clear as the moon depicted in your piece.
If you wanna get the full benefits of Mother Nature, get out of the city, come to the country, and enjoy a bit of simple serenity.
Nice work.
Best of luck!
~Dean

 Comment Written 19-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Jun-2018

Many thanks for the good wishes and the great comments, Dean. Both are most appreciated. Craig

Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

This rhyming poem, Moonlight, written in AABB stanzas which are fourteen syllables each, invites the desired reader to seek a point of triangulation for simultaneously observing the undiluted light of the lovers' moon. Nice.

 Comment Written 19-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2018

Thank you very much, most appreciated :) Craig

Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very well-written poem in rhyming couplet quatrains. The moon is always a great subject to write about, there are many aspects of the moon that we can explore in many ways.

 Comment Written 19-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2018

Thanks so much, Sandra. Agreed, the moon is a great subject. Cheers, Craig

Comment from kahpot

Excellent

An excellent rhyming poem and being an Aussie I have no problem with your words, and while their meaning along with your chosen artwork are wonderful, this work is very well done****kahpot

 Comment Written 19-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2018

Thanks for the very kind review - Craig

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

This is a great presentation, Craig. You did a super job with this word noctilucy--must be related to nocturnal.

Your lines flow smoothly with a great message It is hard to see the beauty of space with the light pollution & smog.

Your picture choice is awesome. I like your great rhymes. No apologies needed for me. Those 2 words may be near rhymes.

Your meter is great. My favorite line is 'the meteors and comets as they silently race by'--great imagery throughout.

Best wishes in the contest. Jan

 Comment Written 19-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2018

Thanks very much for the good wishes and the lovely comments, Jan. Both are very much appreciated - Craig

Comment from Gloria ....

Exceptional

Ha, good one, Craig. The line about the spider enjoying the tasty treat it caught by the light of the moon tickled me pink for some reason.

A finely rhymed and metred poem in heptameter and a perfect entry into the rhyming contest.

I wish you all the best friend, Craig.

Gloria

 Comment Written 18-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2018

Thanks so much for the wonderful comments and the generous rating, Gloria. Both are very much appreciated. Henry (our resident huntsman spider) doesn't see much moonlight, as he spends all his time indoors :)

Cheers, Craig

Comment from Dhansah

Exceptional

Wow!! it's really a fascinating way to define the beauty of the moonlight, yes it's popular in it's own unique way. All the living creatures cherish the nightlife and the beauty of the moon at least once in their lifetime. thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 18-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2018

Thank you for the delightful rating and the lovely comments - both are very gratefully received. I'm glad you enjoyed - Craig

Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Exceptional

The moon's magical influence and ambience being shared over a glass of wine as shooting stars delight the eye and the tranquil peace penetrates, an atmospheric write filled with promise, loved it, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 18-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2018

Thanks so much for the wonderful comments and the most generous rating, Dolly. I'm glad you enjoyed :) Craig

Comment from meeshu

Excellent

nicely penned with great language and alliteration, the second rhyme in the first verse would keep me up at night. but that is just my OCD kicking in. good job, CD..........meeshu

 Comment Written 18-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 18-Jun-2018

Actually, I think it is a regional pronunciation issue, rather than your OCD - it's a perfect rhyme where I am. And yes, I know it's not for Americans. Thanks for the great comments - Craig

reply by meeshu on 18-Jun-2018

that is a good point and reminder. I forget that the entire planet is represented on this site.