pearl moon
glowing through darkness:
Margaret
Author notes
allpoetry.com/MargaretG
Etymology:
Margaret
fem. proper name (c.1300), from O.Fr. Margaret (Fr. Marguerite ), from L.L. Margarita , fem. name, lit. "pearl," from Gk. margarites (lithos) "pearl," of unknown origin, probably from an oriental language, cf. Skt. manjari "cluster of flowers," also said by Indian linguists to mean "pearl," cognate with manju "beautiful." Ar. marjan probably is from Gk., via Syraic marganitha .
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In Buddhist symbolism the moon represents the enlightened mind, reflecting relative and absolute reality.
[♦ Click the pearl to play MP3 of 'Moonlight Sonata']
Written December 10th, 2005
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A contest entry
- haiku to friends - part 4 - by Mari Goes.
300 points, ended December 12, 2005, 8 entries
Silver trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
What did you think
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Serendipity
When I need encouragement, I am led to the right page. Thank you dear one!
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100th Hoodwink!
This is just lovely and that you have gone and researched the name, adds a certain something to this wonderful piece. Best to you poetess
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this was truely wonderful
your soooo very good
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Excellent
Hi Jennel:
Very thoughtfully done! Beautiful in each way it is presented, in contrast, in person and in mind. Thank you for your wonderful insight into the art of Haiku. Bill -
This is a honorable tribute piece Gen.Very descriptive of her name.And I'll bet she just loves it.~~~Suseann
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Thank you, Margaret!
Ooh, yes, I just looked...cold, clear night here too. She's beautifully bright and haloed 
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Congratulations on winning silver!
The moon is almost full tonight, have you seen it? It is a cold, clear night here.
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What a beautiful haiku for dear Margaret.
Well done.
Cheryl
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I'm sorry that I have no sound in my computer, I just love that music!
Your haiku is delicate, lovely and very true! She does glow wherever she appears
Excelente haiku you have here Ge, in every sense of it.
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Very well done Maatkara. The simplicity of the white letters on the black backgound is part of the delivery of your wonderful tribute to Margaret. Having a daughter with the name of Gretchen, whose name is similar - little pearl, this one touched home.
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wow, she must LOVE you so much!
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What a perfect description of Margaret! I knew that her name meant 'pearl' but I did not know the meaning that the moon held. Blending the meanings works beautifully to paint her wisdom and grace.
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You are very welcome! Well, as the Buddha said, "Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth."... And, "The gift of truth excels all other gifts."
Happy Birthday!
~Gen
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Whoot!
Dear Gennelle, you have set me above the moon at zenith! Thank you dear friend, this is an amazing birthday gift. I love the depth of metaphor, I notice myself waxing and waning at times. You have the knack of doing things at the right time. 
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I love this haiku. Simple but elegant. I'm sure Margaret will love this. Hugs, Eris
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She is a gem. A pearl a great one for Miss Merry lovely poem hon
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Ah, I remember I explained that to you a long time ago.. but if you read the 'NOTE' in my last contest gudelines "For Serious Haijin Only": allpoetry.com/Contest/1257824
it will recap -- plus the link to an article by haikumonk
This is actually 2-5-2(3)... ideal for English syllables (i.e. longer sounds than Japanese)
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OK Mattkara, I would never presume to question anything written by the master of massaging muse, but isn't haiku suppose to have a 5-7-5 syllable count? What is with the 2-3-5? I am sure I missed that class, so I need your notes. LOL
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