I alight on a star
it’s farther than I’ve ever been before
a thousand miles away from you
I transfix my eyes
on all the galaxies next door
while knowing
they are reminiscent of a time before
our love was larger than the sun in the sky
within my heart you always did shine
like a star
I hang my hopes and dreams
on the moon
while I recline
into your arms, awaiting the night of the morning tide
-JEFF FLESCH
Jeff grew up in Los Angeles, and now lives in Corvallis, Oregon, where he works in Educational Leadership. Jeff’s interests and passions include personal and professional development, developing new ways to increase access to higher education, and creating inspiration, transformation, and more equity throughout society. Visit Develop. Inspire. Transform. to read more of his thoughts and writing.
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Jeff’s poetry travels far beyond the world we know. The stars, the moon, the sun, and the tides that rise and fall beneath the cosmic trance. Love can’t be contained and these beautiful words liberate the heart from difficult bondages. “I hang my hopes and dreams on the moon” – this line indulges my senses to dive into a shimmering pool of belief – love makes all things possible. I’ll gaze at the moon with different eyes tonight.
Congratulations Jeff!
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Thank you so much, Terveen. Your reflection and acknowledgment is the highlight of my day. Being here is an honor.
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beautiful jeff!! loved the thoroughness in each and every line!
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Aww, I’m so happy you enjoyed it; thank you so much, my friend!
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A wonderful and magical poem Jeff.
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That’s so kind, and meaningful to me; thank you so much, Sadje.
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Always my pleasure
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“I hang my hopes and dreams / on the moon…” The moon is a wise and kind caretaker of our hopes and dreams. This is such a tranquil poem, Jeff–a love that transcends the entire universe. Well done, my friend! 🙂
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I completely agree with you about the moon, Mike. I love the moon. Thank you so much for this lovely reflection and acknowledgment, my friend. 😊
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Gorgeous piece, Jeff. Love it.💕
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Thank you so much, dear Grace. I’m so happy and honored to know you loved it. 💞
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Always a pleasure, my dear friend.💕
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Such an eloquent write Jeff 💙
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Thank you so much, Radhika. 💙
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This is so dreamy and ah what a great way to use the moon star and the morning tide, I simply loved it dear Jeff. I think this is one of your best yet. ❤️
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Awww, that’s so kind and lovely to read this afternoon, dear Daphny. I’m honored, humbled, and so grateful to you and for you. Thank you so much, my dear friend. ❤️❤️
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You’re most welcome, my friend! 🤗❤️
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So beautiful, Jeff – congratulations!
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Thank you so much, Ingrid! ✨✨
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The idea of other galaxies holding history, a time before, is a beautiful and intriguing concept. 🌌 A lovely poem, Jeff. ✨
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I love to contemplate all we don’t know. So much more than we know. Thank you for this lovely reflection, Michele. 💞🌳✨
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Endless things to ponder and write about. ✨ Indeed a fun exploration! You are welcome, Jeff. 🌳✍🏻💖✍🏻🌳
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A love transformed that still remains. The last lines show patience and a love that is mature enough to tackle the turning tides.
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Thank you kindly for this gorgeous reflection, K. You’ve made my evening. 💜
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🦋you’re very welcome. Thanks for these wise words.
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What a beautiful and romantic poem! Well written my friend!
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Thank you so much, Dominic! Your support is so amazing! I’m grateful!
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My pleasure Jeff!
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A beautiful poem, Jeff!
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Thank you so much, Dawn!
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K. Hartless and Terveen summed the beauty of this poem so perfectly Jeff. What an amazing way to express such deep love that it’s without earthly borders. Another stunning piece my friend. Big hugs and love, Joni
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Thank you so much, Joni. I’m always so grateful to you and for you. Big hugs and much love to you. Have a gorgeous weekend, my friend.
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Thank you Jeff I feel the same way. I love reading you as it is a blessing. You write so beautifully. Big hugs and love to you and your family Jeff. Enjoy your weekend. I am grateful to have your friendship. ❤️
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Such a beautiful poem…keep expressing, dearest Jeff ✨❤️💫🤗
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Thank you so much, dearest Navin. 🌹❤️✨🥰
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You’re welcome, dearest Jeff ✨❤️💫🥰
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Wow, that must be some star to alight, Jeff. Its brilliance is shining the world over!
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Wow! That’s so lovely to read. Thank you so much, Shobana!
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Beautiful
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This is immensely an alluring poem. 👏
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Jeff I wouldn’t even find enough words to describe how sweet and charming this piece is. The descriptions are on point and the feeling this creates is inexplicably great. Oh I love it, my dear friend. ❤❤❤
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awaiting the night of the morning tides… absolutely lovely.
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Such a beautiful poem Jeff.
I particularly love this last stanza!
“I hang my hopes and dreams
on the moon
while I recline
into your arms, awaiting the night of the morning tide”
Beautiful! 💖💖🌹
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