Sunday, April 17, 2016

Moon's Halo Comments

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How long people sang to old moon
They saw him pretty and smooth
Perfect disk shone as summer noon
Praising him holy look of youth
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Kassem Oude
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Lorraine Colon 18 April 2016

Some people are like the moon - they are seen as flawless and are admired, because many have sung their praises. But upon closer inspection, the truth is there to be seen. When something - or someone - has been admired for a long time, people no longer question their admiration. It is taken for granted and expected. There is a good lesson to be learned from this poem. Do not listen to the praises of others, but take a close look for yourself and then decide if it is worthy of the praise. Well written, Kassem.

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