the edge of good

I took this photo while walking on the deck of a cruise ship at night. The moon was full and the ocean was lapping at the hull of the ship.

suddenly swaddled in moonlight

i felt like a brave star shining through all anxieties

the glorious moon gnawed away at the darkness in my soul

damn the vicissitudes i navigate daily

the drooping dark circles under my eyes

have vanished

magically        right now        in this moment

life is teetering on the velvety edge of good

Reviews

[Lorry]

It is always a breathtaking spectacle that reinvigorates our mindset from foreboding to umm, what's the opposite of foreboding? ...tooboding? Think I'll go for contentment... final answer! 😃
Hope you are well Lydi. Always smile when I see a write from you.

[Lydia Shutter]

Keep smiling, Lorry. Your reviews are always a welcome sight! Thank you. Lydi*

[willweb]

I find those soft edges are few and far between for me but when they do come, I enjoy the hell out of them just like I always do with your poetry. I don't come around much but when I do and find something new from you, that is good timing in my mind.

[Lydia Shutter]

I don’t write as often as I used to. Life gets in the way. Thank you so much for finding every poem I post. I appreciate you.

[Kelly Scheppers]

I live vicariously through your cruises, Lydi. How I wish I could feel the ambience of the moon upon the vast open waters. I'm afraid I'd be too seasick too enjoy it, but I truly loved your interpretation!

[Lydia Shutter]

I must have been in the Navy in a former life! I feel at home on a ship. Thanks for the review! Lydi****

[Einstein Noodle]

gremlin struck .;{ ...................

[Lydia Shutter]

E, there is no writing in your comment. I think the computer gremlins ate your words! :)

[Einstein Noodle]

how bizaare, how bizaare ...well ... it was and remains a glowing review of a poem i tapped into with a comfortable feeling of safety but yet ... teetering on the edge of good .. love that line my friend
E.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you E!

[Desert Knave]

I like this. Those moments when we get close to those velvety edges, through design or by accident, are the great moments. ~Jim

[Lydia Shutter]

Indeed they are, Jim. Thanks so much for the review. Lydi**

[Chris Shaw]

You create a perfect ambience here dear Lydi**. I wanted to be there, lapping up the moonlight and the feel good factor. Stunning photography and poetry. Hope you are well dear friend.

Chris

[Lydia Shutter]

Chris, thank you so much for this lovely review. I wish all my friends could join me on a cruise. How wonderful that would be. Thanks, I am doing well and I hope you are as well. Lydi**

[Betty Hermelee]

your words are stunning and well chosen for this enlightening scene, something about the moon’s ripple effect on the water calms our souls
this is a very heart warming piece….the moon seems to take care
of our”droopiness”……
Warmly, B

[Lydia Shutter]

Your reviews are always wonderful, Betty. Thank you so much. Lydi**

[Betty Hermelee]

My pleasure Lydi🌷🌷🌷
Warmly
B😊

[Sami Khalil]

You poetry is not only on the edge of good, it occupies its essence.
This poem is romantic and has a good message.
Thank you for penning and sharing Lydia.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Sami. Have a great Sunday. Lydi***

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome Lydi. You too.

[MCS]

Brilliant image and words. We all need to teeter closer to the good.

[Lydia Shutter]

Absolutely! Thank you!

[jacob erin-cilberto]

gorgeous photo and poem...you make the most of the cruises by navigating into a different world, a peaceful world, a utopia.

j.

[Lydia Shutter]

You know me so well. Walking on an outside deck at night is magical. Stars, the moon, and the waves….it’s just wonderful for me. Thanks for the visit, Jacob. Lydi****