Poem: On the edge

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Craft launched from Luna, no tether
can go
farther, faster
while being lighter

Exploring more worlds
with joy and curiosity
hosting ideas, deploying empathy
and even skepticism for humanity

From the edge of a gravitational well
they can push the discourse
and shape its course

All of these futures can bloom
with the fervor and fragrance of you.

Illustration of a rocket taking off from a Moonbase. Image: SpaceX

Poem notes: I love writing poetry where words allude to technical space themes. It’s challenging and fun to distill the complex thoughts and concepts into words that flow while making sense in layers. Just like my poem The dawn of your light, this one was written to appreciate the qualities of someone I’ve had the pleasure of working with. The gratitude extends to others in my circles sharing those qualities. :)


If you liked this space poetry of mine, read Seven uni-verses, my globally published poetry pamphlet.

Seven uni-verses (booklet)

By Jatan Mehta. Poetry on all that space evokes.

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Jatan Mehta


Globally published & cited space writer ~ Author of Moon Monday ~ Invited speaker ~ Poet 🌙

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