The Rabbit in The Moon ~ a Poem by John Hansen

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   Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years ago

   After a discussion about the Man in the Moon, John has written us a poem to describe what he sees when he looks at the Moon.
   
   Join us in this debate.
   
   What do you see when you look at the moon?
   
   Here's John's poem
   https://hubpages.com/literature/There-I … oon-a-Poem

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      snakeslaneposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Enjoyed the whimsy of John’s rabbit in the moon poem. And the drawing! Viewed from the southern hemisphere I can imagine seeing a rabbit, but that drawing really helped! I watched a total eclipse of the moon a few years back, and I swear  the man in the moon was wearing a pair of cheap sunglasses.

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         Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Thank you, Verlie. I can imagine you see different things at different times of the year, weather conditions and phenomena like eclipses.

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            Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

            I think I've seen those sunglasses before...lol!

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      bravewarriorposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      What a fun poem! After seeing John's rabbit sketched onto the moon, it's hard not to see it. I'll have to pay attention the next time I look at the moon to see what I see. I usually concentrate on the ring around the moon. That's how I predict how many days before it's full. I'm pretty good at nailing it, too!

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         Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         That ring sounds interesting too

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         Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Really Shauna, you can tell how many days to a full moon by the ring? I didn’t know that. I need to pay more attention to that. Glad you enjoyed the poem and sketch and can now see a rabbit.

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            bravewarriorposted 2 years agoin reply to this

            It's something I challenge myself with, John. I think it's my Cherokee blood that zones in on the ring. After doing this all my life, I've gotten pretty good at predicting when the moon will be full. Not sure if it's a globally known "thing", but it works for me!

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      ChitrangadaSharanposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Hello Brenda and John!
      This is an amazing thread, and I am glad it appeared on my feed.
      I thoroughly enjoyed John's poem and the conversation between both of you.
      Now, I will have to look at the Moon, from a fresh perspective.
      Thanks to both of you for all the smiles.

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         Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Thank  you Chitrangada.
         Do a bit of star gazing when you  look.
         Its awesome.

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         Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Hello Chitrangada. So happy you found this thread and joined in the fun. It is great the discussion is getting people to look more closely at the beautiful moon.

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   Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years ago

   John
   I had to post this one.
   
   I love the outline of the bunny on the picture of the moon.
   
   I got to say you got one heck of an imagination cause I still can't see a rabbit, except for in your outline.
   
   But hey...your poem is really cute.
   I love it..maybe it is a mouse eating all that green cheese...or the cow that jumped over the moon.
   Guess we'll wait for those pictures to beam back from the next trip.
   
   In the meantime, I'll be sure to take another look and let you know.
   (Weather permitting)
   
   But somehow seeing a Rabbit seems more fun!

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   Jodahposted 2 years ago

   Haha I still can’t sell you on the rabbit, but I tried. Thanks for sharing the link, Brenda.

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   Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years ago

   John
   You're welcome.
   I'm looking forward to reading the replies.
   
   Loved the drawing of the rabbit though...it kinda shows me what you see.

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      surovi99posted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Thanks, Brenda for posting John's humorous poem. I loved your conversation with John regarding what you see on the moon.
      
      I am not sure I can decide but loved both your poems about the moon. I cracked up watching John's drawing of the rabbit on the moon.
      
      Thank you, John for giving us smiles regarding your marvelous poem.

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         Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Hi Rosina. You don't have to choose and you may see something totally different from us both. I am glad you enjoyed the poem and more drawing gave you a laugh though.

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            Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

            Thanks Rosina....
            I'm glad you enjoyed our little moon debate.

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         Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         He's quite the artist...convincing little rabbit.

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   Moondot1822posted 2 years ago

   Nice attempt, John. But I don't think it looks like a rabbit. For me, it looks like a girl with a ponytail—wearing a short frock, and she is playing with a butterfly. Lol...

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      Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Wow, Moondaot. I like what you see. Nice work.

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         Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Love the drawing

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            Moondot1822posted 2 years agoin reply to this

            Thank you, Brenda.

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   Moondot1822posted 2 years ago

   

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      snakeslaneposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Sweet!

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         Moondot1822posted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Thank you...

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         Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Awe!  That's really nice.

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      Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Oh! No no. This is surely a heart not a butterfly

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   snakeslaneposted 2 years ago

   Okay this is a photo I took of the moon awhile back, but it has a hydro wire running through it. I played around with it to bring out the man in the moon in sunglasses (at the top half of the moon). He does look a little sad actually. But there’s a bit of a smile.
   
   
   

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      Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Yes, I can certainly see the man wearing sunglasses.

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      That's a pretty good picture.
      It even look like a man with a nose and everything.
      
      Great pic

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   Treshtyposted 2 years ago

   Wow! Look how we see things differently. And having the attitude to respect each others opinion is the magic in here!!!! I so enjoyed your poems Sir John as always! I'd love to have a collection of them so my future children can read them as well (in God's grace) wink.
   
   When I see the drawing I was like, oh! So this is what Sir John said hahaha
   pretty convincing though.
   
   You and Ms Brenda's conversation is hilarious chuckled
   Sending power hugs and kisses!!!!! Hope you feel better na.

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      Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Hi Chrish. Yes, it is wonderful how we can see things differently but respect each other’s opinion. No one is right or wrong. I am glad you enjoy my poems and would like a collection of them for your future children. Let’s see what happens, maybe one day I will publish them.

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   Misbah786posted 2 years ago

   Loved it! I think all of you are mistaken. Actually the picture of the moon is upside down. I can see a wolf and a kid playing with a football. This is some sort of horror scene. Ha Ha!
   
   
   
   By the way I can see the rabbit in the picture if I try to focus but there's no man. Trust me, Bredz.
   
   Thank you so much, John and Bredz
   Blessings to both of you!!

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      Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Misbah, It amazes me what people can see in the moon if they concentrate. A wolf and a kid with a ball...cool. This has become a good discussion starter.

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         Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Yes, that's amazing. It's time to rescue that kid from the wolf. Lol!
         John, I loved the poem. Thank you for sharing.

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      Moondot1822posted 2 years agoin reply to this

      The kid playing with a football is very clear, Misbah. But, I can't see a wolf.

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         Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Keep on Focusing, Moon. I am sure you will see it one day as now we can see the Rabbit and a girl playing with a butterfly. Ha Ha!

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Awe Misbah...
      A wolf...maybe a giant Kitty Cat.
      It's too devastating to put a wolf with a kid.
      Do you see the same side of the moon as John?
      
      It's not an actual man per se..
      The moon is his head and we can see his facial features.
      Like his eyes and mouth.

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         vidsagsterposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Yes Misbah, it looks more like a giant cat and a rabbit. The football looks like a baseball. This discussion is really fun. I thoroughly enjoyed reading John's and Brenda's poems. Thanks Brenda for sharing.

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            Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

            Hi Vidya, thank you for joining in. This is all a bit of fun and much needed to lighten the mood around here

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               Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

               I agree.  This is lightening the mood.
               
               Lots of fun & laughter.

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            Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

            Thanks Vidya

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            Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

            I would stick with the wolf. Lol!
            Thank you so much, Vidya.

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         Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Lol!

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    snakeslaneposted 2 years ago

    Awesome.

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       Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you!

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    Pamela99posted 2 years ago

    This poem was so much fun to read! Thanks for posting this article, Brenda.
    
    John, I enjoyed the conversation and the poem, but a rabbit in the moon?

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       Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Hi Pamela. It was fun to write, and yes...a rabbit. The more I look at it I think I could make a case for a donkey...but I'll stick to the rabbit.

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          Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

          Lol...a donkey.
          You're gonna have a whole new idea each time you look up at the sky.
          
          Just love this imagination

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       Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Pamela, let's talk about it in the medical language 'Pareidolia'. We are visualising things that are actually not there. Like a rabbit, man, child playing with ball, a wolf and a girl. Isn't it cool?
       Blessings and love to you!

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       Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Pamela
       You've got to see the same moon I do...

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    Eric Cauncaposted 2 years ago

    This is one of my favorite Jodah's poems. It is interesting and it has a sense. I don't see a rabbit on the moon but a man feeding a dog.

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       Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Thanks Eric....a man feeding a dog is another possibility for sure

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       Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Lol!  Okay...I've never seen a man feeding a dog.
       Please write us a poem...show us a picture...
       Keep me inspired.

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          Eric Cauncaposted 2 years agoin reply to this

          It can be also a bear or a chipmunk and a dog. Hahaha
          
          

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             Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

             Cool drawing...

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             vidsagsterposted 2 years agoin reply to this

             Great image Eric. It dies look like a bear feeding a dog.

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                Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

                Lol!  I got to say I love the community outpuring for this one.
                It is fun.

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                   Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

                   Anyone know what permalink does???
                   I accidentally hit it & now I can't find John's reply about this lighting the mood up around here.
                   
                   In any case...I agree.
                   This is definitely helping.

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                      Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

                      Click this : https://hubpages.com/forum/post/4211754
                      This is John's reply you are trying to find

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                         Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

                         Thank you

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                      Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

                      When you hit a permalink nothing happens. But when you copy permalink and paste it. It directly takes you the post comment from where you copied it. You can also edit your replies by clicking edit button within 3 to 4 hours. Hope it will help!

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                         Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

                         Good information to know.
                         I thought I erased his words...lol.

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                            Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

                            Lol! No you can't do that. Ha ha!

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                            Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

                            Pheew!  That is a relief,I would hate my words to be erased. Lol.

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                               Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

                               Lol!

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                               Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

                               Lol!  Me too!

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                         Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

                         At least I'm learning new things.

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    Jodahposted 2 years ago

    After reading this discussion and my poem ‘There’s a Rabbit in the Moon,’ Doris MizBejabbers James said that she actually could see a Great Dane in the Moon and asked if I would write a poem for her. I included it on my article as well but I can share it here.
    
    I See a Great Dane in The Moon
    
    When you gaze at the full moon
    What is it that you see?
    The mottled surface of a sphere?
    Just think what it could be.
    
    Many say they see a man,
    “A rabbit!” someone said.
    But I see something quite unique,
    I see a Great Dane’s head.
    
    A Great Dane? Yes, you heard me right,
    A big and lanky pet.
    There’s one right there on the Moon’s face,
    As clear as you can get.
    
    You can see its nose and muzzle,
    Its tongue stuck partly out.
    I’m certain it’s a Great Dane,
    Of that I have no doubt.
    
    If you can’t see a Great Dane
    You’re not looking at it right.
    Just tilt your head a little,
    And make sure it’s a clear night.
    
    Moon gazing is like watching clouds,
    Though the Moon does not change form.
    Well, yes it goes through cycles,
    But the full moon is the norm.
    
    “There’s a Great Dane staring down at you,
    A watch dog in the Moon…”
    That would make one crazy love song
    To hear true lovers croon.

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       surovi99posted 2 years agoin reply to this

       I think, John, this is a fabulous poem. I hope Doris is happy and satisfied with it. As for me, it gave me a delightful spark in this lazy afternoon. Thank you for sharing.

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          Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

          John
          You've outdone yourself!
          This one is absolutely terrific.
          
          Great Dane?   Another one I'll be looking for.

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             Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

             Thanks Brenda….so much to look for now.

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                Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

                It's all good.  I love it.
                
                I am dismayed though that I can't see the Southern cross.
                It seems like a wonderful sparkle in the night sky.

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       Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

       This is super stunning! Thank you so much, John. Your poems are always a pleasure to read. It's so much fun. I'm glad Ms. Doris asked you to write it, and I'm even happier that you wrote it so quickly. I'd like Bredz to post more photos like this. Lol!
       Thank you so much for being the source of so many smiles. God bless you abundantly. Ameen!
       Blessings always!!!

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       bravewarriorposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Awesome poem, John! I'll have to take another look. I grew up with a Great Dane. They're awesome dogs.
       
       Last night I gazed at the moon and could only see continents on it, no animals or people. Oh, by the way - the moon will be full Thursday. Last night I determined we were three nights away from a full moon. Let's see if I'm right!

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    Jodahposted 2 years ago

    Thank you Rosina. Yes, she is very pleased with it. Glad you enjoyed it too.

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    Jodahposted 2 years ago

    Thank you for your kind words, Misbah. I am glad you enjoyed this additional poem also. Blessings to you.

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    Jodahposted 2 years ago

    Hi Shauna, when I took another look at the same angle as for the rabbit I can make out a Great Dane’s face too. I may have to draw it as well.
    It is nice that you had one as a pet. They are gentle giants.
    I am sure you will be right with the full moon on Thursday..let’s see.

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    vocalcoachposted 2 years ago

    I enjoyed both of these wonderful poems.  They would make great children's books. I also love your drawing of the rabbit and the moon. I'm making sure I pay more attention to what I see in the next full moon. Thanks, so much John!

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    Jodahposted 2 years ago

    Thank you, Audrey. I had fun writing these poems. The Moon is an endless source of inspiration.

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    Peggy Wposted 2 years ago

    A rabbit and Great Dane in the moon!  What fun you must have in creating these whimsical poems!  Personally, I am still holding out in hopes that future astronauts can start mining some of that blue cheese while watching out for flying cows. Haha!

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    Jodahposted 2 years ago

    Yes, Peggy, I had lots of fun writing these poems. I always enjoy the humorous, whimsical ones. Imagine an unlimited supply of blue cheese created by the flying cows.

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    Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years ago

    John
    I just can't get this one off my mind.
    
    Quite a discussion maker.

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       Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       You still haven't seen the rabbit then?

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          Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

          Lol!  Not yet, but maybe one day soon.

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