Comment from BeasPeas

Excellent

This is excellent, Craig. Each of us has his/her own truth and that's what guides us through life. You've said a lot in a small space. Good luck in the contest. Marilyn

 Comment Written 30-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Dec-2018

Thanks, Marilyn. No luck, but I was happy with my effort :) Cheers, Craig

Comment from Pearl Edwards

Excellent

Lovely Lune poem Craig and I do like the way in which you've used the light of one candle shining on the truth. Though I'm a sceptic and don't think truth is always triumphant, it's good to hope for.
cheers,
valda

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Dec-2018

Well, the truth will always be, but it's true that those who present it often lose the argument, or worse. Thanks for the thoughtful and kind comments, Valda. Cheers, Craig

Comment from Teri7

Excellent

Craig, This is a very nice Lune poem you have penned for the Lune Poetry contest. You used very good and true words with lovely imagery of the lit candle. i enjoyed reading and reviewing this. Blessings, Teri

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2018

Thank you so much for the wonderful comments, Teri. I'm glad you enjoyed, and most grateful for your generous remarks. Cheers, Craig

Comment from Gloria ....

Exceptional

So very lovely friend, Craig. Truth is like that one candle in the dark of an evil gang of lies.

Terrific entry into the lune contest and I wish you much luck with the Committee.

Gloria

 Comment Written 23-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Dec-2018

Thanks so much for the very generous comments, and the good luck wishes, Gloria. Also, thanks for the lovely shiny stars -- they are gratefully received :)

Cheers,
Craig

Comment from rama devi

Excellent

Nice imagery, tone and delivery., I love the alliterated AHA in the closing line. Fine consonance of S in all lines too. Stunning presentation! Good luck in the contest with this true-to form lune. I love how the theme links to lunar light (a light in darkness). Brilliant approach!

Warmly, rd

 Comment Written 23-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 23-Dec-2018

Thanks so much, RD. Most grateful for the very kind comments.

Craig

Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very well-written Lune. A tiny light in darkness makes a difference and we can see what hides in the dark. The hiding places are revealed.

 Comment Written 23-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 23-Dec-2018

Yes, and no matter how much dark there is, it can't put out the light. Thanks once again, Sandra.

Comment from lyenochka

Excellent

Great use of every word to give us a philosophical message in this little lune. On one hand, it could be truth like knowledge over ignorance (like my alma mater's motto of "fiat lux") but I see the light as Christ.

 Comment Written 22-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 22-Dec-2018

My Christmas present to the FS reviewing community was to leave the "truth" and "ignorance" up to the interpretation of the reader. Everyone will have their own perspective, Helen :) Cheers, Craig

Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Excellent

There is nothing like the truth to ruffle feathers and burn its way into our soul, we all want to know it and your write resonated with me, good luck with the contest, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 22-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 22-Dec-2018

Oh, then you need to read my "The Ultimate Guide to Absolute and Incontrovertible Truth", Dolly. $14.95 at Amazon and all good bookstores.

Yes, it was a joke!

Although, if I did publish such a book, it would have to be 245 pages, all blank :)

Many thanks for the kind comments and good wishes.

Craig

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

This is a great lune contest entry, CD. Good job on the correct syllable count per line. Your presentation is beautiful--the picture, the color scheme, the font color, and your message is strong and clear to understand. I have heard that for the lune to resemble a crescent moon shape, it needs to be aligned left margin. What would yours look like in that format? I know it isn't a requirement--poet's choice--just wondering. Good job and thanks for sharing. Best wishes. Jan

 Comment Written 22-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 22-Dec-2018

Well, I tried it, Jan (after reading your suggestion -- I'd quite forgotten about the shape thing), and it didn't look much like a crescent moon to me. So, I've left it as is. Thanks for the suggestion, it didn't hurt to try! Thanks for the great comments as well. Cheers, Craig

Comment from bichonfrisegirl

Excellent

Great use of symbolism here, Craig. For sure ... lies are darkness and truth is light. Your lune poem, despite being a mere thirteen syllables, speaks volumes. Dramatic presentation that is most striking. Best wishes for the contest!

Cheers,
Connie

 Comment Written 22-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 22-Dec-2018

Thanks so much for the great comments and good wishes, Connie :) Cheers, Craig