Comment from Andrea Kepple

Excellent

Your poem evoked a strong image for me when I read through it.
I like the picture you chose to go with the poem.
Good luck with the contest.

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2023

Thank you for taking the time to read and review. Appreciated.

Comment from Rachelle Allen

Excellent

Cool picture to go with the words of this cool contest entry. My only pause with it --and, no doubt, it's because I'm a musician-- is that "moon shines" isn't exactly a sound. But, I also can't think of anything to substitute there because of the limited number of syllables. So, since I can't be helpful, I should opt to be quiet!!!

It's a lovely picture that you've formed with your words, and THAT's what matters here. I honestly enjoyed it, Mystery Contestant. xo

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2023

The moon lit the night. The crickets created the music. Thanks for the read and feedback. Appreciated.

reply by Rachelle Allen on 22-Aug-2023

Oh! I get it now. But in that case, maybe the title could reflect that it's about nature setting the scene for romance.

Comment from JSD

Excellent

A lovely glimpse of nature in these few syllables which accurately satisfy the rules of the competition. The metaphor of the symphony is most effective. Well done and good luck.

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2023

Thanks for the read and encouraging feedback. Appreciated.

Comment from RodG

Excellent

You capture the ATMOSPHERE very well in only nine syllables. I like your focus on sound imagery contrasted with the silence of the shining moon. Rod

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2023

Thanks for the read and the feedback. Appreciated.