Crescent Moon

As we pass the third lunar night...

I'll never forget that moment

when you, my lunar love

lit this darkened sky

with your sliver of desire

Illuminating my azimuth
from nadir to zenith
in this vagrant void

Everything had direction
Everything made me
...feel lost...

I trembled with awe

crying out to more

than heaven’s indifference...

Everything is different

under a crescent moon

Was your light fleeting?

Leaving me with only

cold understanding

of how blind I had been

always would be…

Disconcerting, trailing

shadows ebbed in my heart

trawled in your

umbratic wake

Reassured for the hope

that, as astral clouds

obscure my purpose

withholding you from me

within venal thunderheads

of uncertain futures

you will, once more

be there as the skies clear

Leaving me enamoured

unable to avert my gaze

from your nebulous eyes

shots of vivid, unrestrained

verdant            

cerulean

        ardor

           to birth the stars

endowing flickering light

when we are apart

With but a mnemonic murmur

drawing my raptured soul

to the craters and seas

you try so hard to hide

Afraid that Mánagarmr

will bare ravenous fangs

Ouroboros of obsession

to leave you broken

What have the aeons done?

Yet, what is a moon without

scarred remnants?

Flickered

backdrop remembrance

you secret away

veiled, sealed within

your elusive penumbra

How long til I gaze

to a full moon which blooms

soft lambent embrace

despite its crippling calderas?

Offering up mild sweetness

of Dragonfruit fruition

How long til I travel

despite the distance, to your side?

Through vast firmament

hand-in-hand

will you at last

let me gaze

at those distant stars

which will never fade…?

Why?

I want to give back

the light you graced

my surreal skies with

So we can look up,

losing ourselves in

astral possibilities

we will discover

which will never

lose luminescent lustre

Night, 

will never be the same

   with shadows

      stars

                   scars

        you…

     My equinox

Crescent Moon 

Reviews

[Laura Lynn]

I would rather have a crescent moon than a crescent roll. I have never seen this Chinese hard rock sound, which is very important but does not appeal to me. I love their outfits and the scenery. I'm sure if I study the language my appreciation would be much; I feel a sense of loss when reading this poem because I do not currently have someone writing such letters and I do not know myself who I would write them too necessarily though you have given me the challenge in the idea in writing this that I must try to write a love poem more like this style. Of course, my poem won't follow this form as much but I feel that it does make me take a double take, because I would want someone to write such a letter to me, I should be willing to write this way to someone else as well. It's so much about love, and if it is not that or not that completely than it is about keeping the peace and either forestalling or preventing a destructive type of anger...

[Nusquam Esse]

Thanks for reading; the song was not really that relevant, I only included it because it was part of what gave me the idea. And yes, it is a powerful feeling to be able to write something like this, to have those sorts of impressions. I am glad they conveyed this for you; I suggest giving it a shot, to write such a personal piece yourself. There was no anger in this one, just an attempt to understand and accept and to desire someone who is human.

[Jennie Baron]

Spellbinding imagery developed in elegant style and language. This drew me in entirely but I'm sure you knew I'd like it. It's always wonderful to read your words.

[Nusquam Esse]

Yep, I try to remember to send you rrs since you asked me to do so. I am glad that this one could captivate you at least to the standard I strive for.

[Jennie Baron]

Thanks for the RRs and keep sending them.

[Einstein Noodle]

oh my goodness .. Big N. you pulled all the stops .. such a love swoon poem to the moon! wow wow and wow! ... Crescent moons are just so! showing deep gifts with this one Esse!
E.

[Nusquam Esse]

Hah, how can one not swoon for the crescent moon? Sure it may be all scarred up, and hide itself from us at times; but every time we look up at it, does it not set our soul drifting? I am glad you enjoyed this one; it is good to be back!

[Woody]

see my picture? that's how I've been sitting for the past half hour looking at this breathtaking piece of yours.
joking apart, marvelous write, Nusquam. but then all your writes are great.

[Nusquam Esse]

Hahahaha, well... maybe the ones I share. :P I don't write gems exclusively; I just emphasize some quality control, and have more successes than failures... As for your picture, it is a good look for you sir. Very contemplative, makes me want to go to the restroom and brood about my business. Hah! Thanks as always for reading; I am glad you enjoy my 'ramblings'

[Woody]

hahaha. funny you should mention the restroom. guess where I took that one! yep, the kitchen.

[Woody]

hey is it possible that I have finally spotted a slip up in your write?
will bear ravenous fangs. did you mean "bare" by any chance?

[Nusquam Esse]

And yes... while technically speaking either of them can work... I did intend bare. Good catch sir!

[Blue]

I enjoyed this romantic side of you, Nusquam. Romantic yet still with your signature style that I remember. Can't say more words. I try to be brief and general in my reviews now. By the way, welcome back!

[Nusquam Esse]

Well, with how busy you are, no wonder you want to keep your reviews succinct. With that in mind, thanks for taking time to read. :) And what can I say, I rarely show such sentimentality, but even when I do, I tend to keep that ol' esoteric voice. :) Glad to see you round here again.

[Blue]

Knowing your genre of expertise, this poem that reveals your sentimental side quite surprised me. But you're still charming nevertheless. I'm hoping to run into more of this kind in the future. Not that I prefer this more than your previous ones but for me, the language, theme, and style are closer to my heart.

[Rene Salinas]

Someone on his site which name I can't remember (blame it on the drugs when I was younger) , he I think said you need to check Tite Kubo's work. I have been watching bleach and read most of his work as a result of it. So when I started to read this I coudn't help myself been re - directed to that world which I still yet to embrace properly. But the power of reflection through the writing is colossal in my opinion and as it happens to me when I read your writings I get reflected back into myself looking through me. "Disconcerting, trailing shadows ebbed in my heart" , "Night, will never be the same with shadows stars scars" it left me thinking that whatever the reflections may be they have stirred quite the process. It is like that then the mix of romanticism, and surrealism twined with a thread of magical idealism create a dimension which after all that I still can't quite put my finger to it.

Disturbing feeling of uncalssified wriing for me but beautifully portrayed.

Thankyou

p.s Thumbs up on the music as well I am more of Maximum the Hormone when it comes down to japanese bands but as I did not know this one I wuickly added it to my ever growing collection.

[Nusquam Esse]

I admittedly despise Tite Kubo, and would love nothing more than for him to issue a public apology for wasting everyone's time... :P I thought Bleach was interesting for the first couple arcs, but quickly spiraled into incoherent rubbish, in which he tried to just come up with absurd powers for the sake of keeping up a shounen audience. I mostly dislike Tite Kubo's approach to manga where he will dedicate a whole panel to some smear of ink to designate a 'moment of action'. I am more of a fan of mature writes, so series such as Vagabond and Mugen no Juunin are more interesting to me, at least as far as action series are concerned. Considering my background with Japan, it would be hard for me to not be versed in manga; since it makes up such a large segment of their modern literature.

I must say, that this review really made me smile; seriously, I grinned at your line of "mix of romanticism, and surrealism twined with a thread of magical idealism." I often feel like my core personality is just that, despite how rarely I actually show or express it; it feels too esoteric to share outside of writing. Hah, the few times I have expressed it otherwise, people have shook their heads and told me that I didn't belong in this world (not derogatorily, just more that that sort of blend is so far removed from realism)... it is as you said, it is like its own dimension which feels impossible to put your finger on. And yeah, I have no idea how to classify something like this. :) Thanks for reading. I do not listen to very much Japanese music, mostly just a few specific bands when I need something to stimulate that part of me that doesn't get enough attention in an English environment. Galneryus, Radwimps, and Bump of Chicken are my main other go-to bands. Not really one for hardcore elements, especially in Japanese. If I am feeling that sort of music, I would rather just listen to some Scandinavian metal... :P

[Rene Salinas]

Oh , my you got me the re Nusquam I am still new to Tite Kubo , Ha, I wouldn't know yet why to despise him. I share with you the scandinavian metal likeness I have been a Meshuggah fan now for nearly 20 years (damn I am old) and the scene in Sweden including the goverment support is amazing!

[Nusquam Esse]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuDKqaqdhH8
For a good mix between Scandinavian Metal and Japanese folk music... ;)
I was seriously impressed with the drumming, and just the instrumentation in general for Meshuggah's Bleed. :P And yes, compared to you, I am a spring chicken... only been listening to metal for about a decade now; mostly into Black Metal and Melodeath.

[Rene Salinas]

I had another read at Tite Kubo tryin to understand your point of view I think I am closer now. I guess it will come as no suprise that he sold the idea to Hollywood and the idea of the inner hollow is on the pipeline by the looks of it. Somwhere in there thought I got stuck with an idea of his by the name of Kurohitsugi. Ended up writing something o nthat concept I thought it was to attractive for me to let it go.

[AprilRN1210]

I admit, when I hit play on this wasn't expecting this after reading the piece... that's what I get for getting preconceived notions in my head eh?... the piece has such a sweet longing sense to it... I love the alliteration and intellectually stimulating word play sprinkled throughout... if this is what taking a break results in, wow, can't wait to read more... this is one of your more emotional pieces.. shows sincerity and vulnerability that I haven't seen before... it is tender and patient with a sense of determination and loyalty... well done Dragon.. he does have a soft spot... nice to see you back mister

[Nusquam Esse]

Yeap, kind of what I meant about taking it in a different direction. The song itself is filled with historical metaphors, referencing several sacred artifacts in relation to a warrior (likely Masamune) who struggles to understand why he does what he does, wondering if his actions will bring a peace he knows he will never see... or at least that is how I interpret it. It is very different from the piece itself, but it did give me the idea all the same; I was originally going to keep a bit more in-line with the song... but I changed my mind while I was on a walk and saw the moon opposite the sun. *shrug* And yeah, I thought you would enjoy the alliteration, I slipped in some of it just for you... :P Unfortunately, not all breaks seem to work out quite so well. Well, I am generally sincere... for better or for worse; albeit sometimes lacking tact. And we all have vulnerabilities, in one way or another; we usually try and hide them, because we fear that someone will twist them against us, or we simply forget that they are there until someone knowingly or not exploits them. I am always trying to balance that insecurity and uncertainty with steadfast conviction; not always easy, but it comes more naturally with time. I admittedly hold back for a moment to examine a situation, and then despite my hesitation, I plunge myself into it; again... for better or for worse. Way I figure it, is that calmly assessing a situation is good; but you have to look for that decisive moment to turn the tide... or else your ambitions will never see fruition. You should know the dragon enough by now to not be so surprised at the sentiments laced throughout here... ;) Have you not read the stories? All dragons have a soft spot somewhere, usually a missing scale in our otherwise impenetrable hide which those pesky knights always seem to find. Good to be back... :)