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Satellite

She danced for her friend the moon
most nights. And occasionally during the day,
when its appearance couldn't be subdued.

Sometimes she wished all of her friends
could be here with her. All of them
had spent time under the same moonlight.

The same light knew them all
and shared this connection with her,
inspiring joy in the spectacle of her performances,
rewarding her companion of the night.

About This Poem

Style/Type: Free verse

Review Request Direction: What did you think of my title?
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Review Request Intensity: I appreciate moderate constructive criticism

Editing Stage: Editing - polished draft

About the Author

Region, Country: San Francisco Bay Area - USA, USA

Favorite Poets: Bukowski

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Comments

Satellite

Hello, Michael,
I can interpret this poem in so many different ways when defining who "she" may be. I can imagine a literal human being dancing in the captivating moonlight, but I can also imagine the poem is speaking of the Earth. And of course, it may be speaking of a man-made satellite, but the romantic in me is leaning toward a natural satellite, amazing and spectacular.
Thank you!
L

I tend to the literal in much

I tend to the literal in much of my poetry, and hadn't really considered your interpretations - but I love it! Re-reading from your POVs, I can see this in ways that I really like as well. Thank you for showing me this!

Best