Moon,
fragment
of larger
star-tossed bodies,
do you ring the rings,
in rhythmic melodies,
beauty unheard by mortals?
Rocky surface a void–or not–
universal truths of the cosmos
perhaps not universal or the truth.
This is an etheree for Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday challenge, using synonyms for empty and space. I read that astronomers have discovered 20 new moons circling Saturn, making a total of 82.
I’m taking a quick poetry break. I’m sorry I’m so behind on reading posts. The book is almost done.
Yesterday and today: Merril's historical musings 
Prioritising, while frequently advisable, is inevitably without some loss. Good luck with the book. 🙂
Thank you! 🙂
Fabulous, Merril. Best wishes on the completion of your book. See you on the other side. ❤
Thank you! 🙂
Lovely poem, Merril. Yay for getting the book almost completed!
Thank you, Jill. My editor gave me a few more days! Yay!
Phew! That’s great news! 🙂
Your poetry never ceases to amaze and leave me awed. ❤️
That is so kind, Holly! Thank you!
Mean every word! You’re gift with words is wonderful to read.
❤
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Magical, like those 82 moons.
You need a few days of rest when you get that book in. (K)
Thank you very much!
Yes, it’s been a rough few months. Some rest would be nice. 🙂
Enjoy your break. You work so hard on these
Thanks so much, Derrick. Looking forward to a break.
You have thinking of the moons of Saturn as fingers strumming the rings. Well done.
Thank you very much, Ken!
Almost every night when I wake up, I stroll outside (sleepily) and look at the moon. I’ve not seen the rings of Saturn lately!
Treat yourself to some “down” time soon. I agree with Derrick, you work SO hard!
Thank you very much, Marian. It’s been a crazy weekend. I’m back to work now.
Take care!
Thanks!
Hi, Merril! Don’t apologize for working on your book. We understand. I enjoyed your Etheree. Thanks for the information. I find astronomy fascinating. Happy Friday! 😀 xo
Thank you so much, Vashti. That’s very kind.
Manuscript is sent in now. I’m trying to catch up on other work . . .
Happy Friday to you, too!
Congrats on sending off your MS! Thank you. Enjoy your weekend!
Thank you! You, too!