As a kid, sitting at the back seat of the car and peering out of the window amused me. I remember, looking at the moon who had cute face, like that of a bunny rabbit. Often I felt that it was trying to tell me a different story every time I saw it. Sometimes it seemed to be burdened by grief, while at times it was full of mischief but most times it had a happy face. Oh, I was sure it loved me so much, that it kept following my car. So much for the innocence of a child 🙂 🙂 !!
The moon captivated so many young children with its fascinating tales. It enticed them with fairies and goblins, mythological narratives, adventure and drama. Mothers sang soothing lullaby’s to children to cajole them to slumber, under the benign glance of the moonlight. The children wondered in awe at its ability to change shape. Some questions always intrigued the kids. How did it manage to go on a strict diet and shrink and at the turn of a magic wand, suddenly start to put on weight and get back to its original shape? They loved it when it played peek a boo with the clouds. But why did it do a disappearing act once a month? These questions were always on the children’s mind, till they grew a little older and understood the phenomenon.
The mystical moon has always been a photographer’s delight. Just like a beautiful damsel, it sure does know which face to put forward for the shutterbugs. Be it the bold and the beautiful or a coy and blushing bride, it can dress up in myriad hues and avatars. It loves to flirt across the dark expansive sky, fleetingly kissing the clouds on its path. It enchants a poet’s pen and an artist’s brush to create a master piece depicting its eternal beauty.
The silver halo of the moonlight conjures up romance between the loving hearts. From its celestial abode it casts a luminous shadow to pique the lover’s passion. Inspired by its pearlescent demeanour, romantic verses flow from the beloved’s heart. The beau likens the beauty of his sweetheart’s face to the ageless and radiant beauty of the moon. The misty and mellow moonlight, is a witness to the embrace and sublime union of the souls in love.
It arrives into the heavenly canvas
spreading its soft silver rays
to light up the dark alleys, guiding lost souls
gently cradling them to a world of dreams.
Many a tale it narrates on its journey
of love, beauty and betrayal.
Its mystic charm has many fans
who dedicate numerous odes in its praise.
The moon and its magic are always special!
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Moon magic
Lures me too
Mother sang lullabies at night
I used to sleep
Looking at the moon
Mother told he is her brother
Wondered in my childhood
Why the moon changes its shape?
Sometimes full
Sometimes absent
Later on high school days
Learnt that it’s due to waxing and wanning
I love it’s crescent shape
Just as the Bindi
On forehead of
Mahrastrian women
Love it’s full shape too
Mother says you are my moon
My dear
Still it appears in my dreams
Laughing at me
And singing songs of fairies and love
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Such a beautiful one Kiran. I am so glad that you could relate to everything I wrote. Thank you😊
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Beautifully narrated!! And you well said it – The moon and its magic are always special!
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Yes I always felt so. Thanks Sumith!!
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I still love watching moon for hours,i don’t know why ,i love to gaze at moon and stars at night…Its a special kind of hapiness which you framed beautifully Radhika😊
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Lovely! It feels magical isn’t it?. 😊
Thank you Sasha !
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Yeah Radhika! The silent night,empty roads,smiling moon and stars.. it’s just wow😊
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🙌😍😊
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What a beautifully written post. I’m sure every child will have a tale to tell about his/her musings with the Chanda mama – as it’s fondly called. 👍
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Thanks Deepika. I guess that is why it is so popular among kids even today 😊
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A love story with the moon is every child’s first one. It is a friend and a confidante. Lovely post Radhi. 😊👌
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Thanks Varsha!
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Moon is my favourite too…all poets, writers, and creative people used it in their imagination. Your childhood memories are a proof you were a sensitive and creative kid. Well penned! 💞
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You are right Meenakshi. I was and am very sensitive person even today. ! Thanks dear ❤💙
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I knew it 😍
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😘😘
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An extra favourite for the lunatic me!!!
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😁 thanks Sunita!
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She has been worshipped for centuries and beyond! Thanks for this.
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I am glad you liked it ! Thanks so much!
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so true radhika…the magical moon! lovely post (as usual),
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Thanks Hari🙂
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Special indeed and so is your write up and poem, Radhika! So very well expressed, some nostalgic and others for a fact. I have seen my daughter speak and play hide and seek with the moon.
Have a super day, Radhika 🙂
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Thank you Pranitha for the appreciation. Enjoy your day 🙂❤
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My pleasure, Radhika 🙂
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No doubt that she can play hide and seek with moon as she was the one who wanted to recharge a glow insect with battery
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Hehe….Akhi…kids of the techie generation are very unpredictable and innovative too leaving us to struggle to catch up with them. 😉
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Exactly…that’s why my today’s post😜
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Oh, really, then cannot wait to read it. Now on a short stay away from home, all thanx to the holiday season and wonderful weather. Will read every one of your work once I am back.
Enjoy!
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A very nice poem and picture. Thanks for sharing!
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So glad you liked it Henrietta. Thanks a lot😊
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Its a magic indeed!
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True😊
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This post is magical in more ways than one. You not only transported me back to childhood but also gifted me insight into the many moments I’ve spent gazing and gauging the beauty and magnanimity of this gorgeous heavenly body.
Loved this post ❤️
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Many thanks Era. When readers relate to what I have written and give their genuine feedback, it truly is a very satisfying feeling. 😍😇💙
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The Moon is always associated with Romance….Unlike the Sun…who is more so with energy…
And as with Romance, it is also linked with Mood…Emotions… Creativity…
And Creativity is oozing through the blog post…Was it by any chance written under a moon lit night?
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Thanks Karthik. Haha, no it was not written under the moonlight. But yes gazing the silvery moonlight many a time inspired this post😊
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Lovely poem…very well written
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Thank you so much!
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Moon is always a muse for me. I love the magical halo and the mystic light it has. I loved your narration here…so poetic!
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Thanks a lot for the appreciation Mani 🙂
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Beautifully described Radhika!! The moon entices in so many ways and you’ve explored every aspect of it wonderfully:)
Hugs
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A big Thank you Divya 🙂
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Wow! I love this entry and your poem. The moon is fascinating and you really brought it to life. ❤
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Thank you so much Nancy. I am so glad that you enjoyed reading it 😍
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Lovely post.. my view on darkness https://wordpress.com/read/feeds/55937803/posts/1334726808
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This is so lovely, Radhika! When I was a child I used to think the moon protected me, and I had reoccurring dreams about the moon following me and changing colors. I loved those dreams and wish I would have them now. 🤩A perfect piece to bring back for the prompt.
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