When the Crickets Hesitate

a little love scribble

 

photograph compliments of myopera

 

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When the crickets hesitate

and there is no sound

not of the breeze whispering through the trees

or the night shedding her dew

and there is no promise of light, save the moon

sharing just a glimmer of her crescent smile peeking about the clouds

but deciding there is no purpose for moonbeams in this dream

I will find comfort in my place,

somewhere between your heartbeat and the curve of your arm

content in the serenade of your soft breath on a dark night…

 

when the crickets hesitate

~~~

Reviews

[Joyce S. Greene]

I think the cycles of the moon are generally identified with feminine cycles, Julie, hence the association with women's menstrual cycles, etc. - I was reading some of your other comments and found this was mentioned so I thought I'd chime in, too. But, regardless of the moon's sex, this is a very lovely poem. I loved your description of your "place,/somewhere between your heartbeat and the curve of your arm". Just perfect! Another great poem.

[MsJewel]

Thank you my sweet friend. Hugs, Julie

[Coyote Poetry]

A amazing poem.I could hear the silence of the cricket and two people trying to know peace in each others arms. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[MsJewel]

Thank you for the wonderful comment :) Julie

[R. L. Hill]

"Deciding there is no purpose for moonbeams in this dream". This line alone makes the entire poem dreamy and ethereal. This a secret pause in the rituals of the night's reprieve from the sun, and you have given me a glimpse. How glorious to see that is love that causes such a stir. Beautiful. This is poetic.

[MsJewel]

Thank you for your very kind comment. I appreciate you and your friendship! :) Julie

[icelandicblue]

What a gorgeously rich title. Your words lie in those heartbeats and that curve of an arm and the reader closes her eyes and remembers moments of perfect stillness. Thank you the bliss of your words Jewel. This is wonderful.

[MsJewel]

Thank you for your wonderful comment :) Julie

[Neon]

I will find comfort in my place,
somewhere between your heartbeat and the curve of your arm ... beautiful lines and the pic.'s very beautiful.

I loved this short and a beautiful poem, you've a nice talent, Julie-Pulie! Your cool. I feel here the feeling of true love where the peace stays alive for life with lovers.. in lovers life for life. You did an amazing job, Keep writing and now i'd love to say after reading the piece that you now really should try reaching outta the sites .. i meant, you should publish yer own poetic books or magazines at all, and am sure you'll get success in/at your first shot ... now go and hit it ... touch the sky.

My wishes're always with you
God bless you!

[MsJewel]

Thank you again for your kind comment and compliment. Have a beautiful day my friend :) Julie

[Neon]

My pleasure!
But.. don't ya think, you forgot your "Hugs" this time???

[Neon]

Ahh, ok... ok, sorry ... I know you've already given me much "Hugs" .. lol
Anyway.. don't give me but take my hug this time :)

"Hugs" :)
Have a beautiful day!

[MsJewel]

:) big hugs to you my sweet friend.

[PearlPoet]

Oh so softly whispered this verse is.. Such a beauty dear Poetess! ~hugs~

[MsJewel]

Thank you for your lovely comment :) Julie

[kublakhan27]

You know I always enjoy your "little love scribbles" and I really liked the concept of the world being closed off from a couple in love, as if they are the ones who make everything relevant when the rigours of the world become unbearable. The crickets are a fine vehicle for that sentiment, as we tend to associate them so frequently with the stillness of the night. Fine work as always Julie :)

[Al R. Arce]

You should really consider publishing! Seriously! I do have a question on this poem... Shouldn't the moon be a she and not a he?

[MsJewel]

I never really thought about the moon being female or male...good question! Thanks for the great comment! :) Julie

[Al R. Arce]

The moon. Is usually a she because it is cyclical, the same way all female beings are. In most foreign languages the moon is conjugated in female form (i.e., La Luna". Most mythologies (greek, roman, norse, etc.) refer to. The moon as a feminine deity...

[MsJewel]

Well then - I think the moon must be a she! Thanks :)