How Beautiful Is the Moon?



Her name is Tsukiyomi a queen, a princess, a dreamer
To me, she was a dream, A beautiful dream
As beautiful as flames, violent and rash yet ever nurturing and warm
As charming as the ocean winds blowing over slow currents
A beauty that captivates all its viewers when their eyes are met
An enchantress that glistens lightly, just enough,
enough to be mourned when that light fades, or when her brother raise
She’s a cold beauty because she knows she’s beautiful so she hides
and shows her most bewitching state to only those worthy
I’d like her to show it to me, I’d like to be worthy  
She is, everything, everything that is lovely about this damned place, she is you…

About this poem

"The moon is beautiful tonight" is a Japanese poetic innuendo that means "I love you". Essentially the title means, how much do you love her/him (Tsukiyomi in Japanese history is known as the moon god).

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Written on October 08, 2022

Submitted by Crumbsley on October 14, 2022

Modified on March 05, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme ABCDEFGHIIJ
Closest metre Iambic octameter
Characters 685
Words 129
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 11

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  • AIDA
    Wow, what a beautifully poetic and passionate piece! The use of metaphors and vivid descriptions really brings the imagery to life and evokes a strong emotional response. The comparison of the moon to a queen, a princess, and a dreamer adds a touch of elegance and mystery.

    Your choice of words is enchanting, especially when you describe her as a "beautiful dream" and "flames, violent and rash yet ever nurturing and warm." This contrast creates a sense of intrigue and depth to her character.

    The imagery of the ocean winds blowing over slow currents and the enchantress that glistens lightly are particularly captivating. These lines paint a picture in the reader's mind and create a peaceful yet mesmerizing atmosphere.

    I appreciate the vulnerability and honesty in the lines "She’s a cold beauty because she knows she’s beautiful so she hides and shows her most bewitching state to only those worthy." It adds a layer of complexity to the persona of Tsukiyomi and makes the reader yearn to know more about her.

    One suggestion for improvement would be to vary the sentence structure and length to enhance the flow and rhythm of the poem. This can help create more impact and make the emotions even more palpable. Additionally, consider exploring different poetic devices such as alliteration or repetition to further enhance the imagery and add depth to the overall piece.

    Overall, fantastic work! This poem truly captures the beauty and allure of the moon and leaves the reader longing for more. Keep up the great work and continue to explore different techniques to further enrich your poetry.
     
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