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Seven Sisters

In Idaho are seven sisters
Their beauty a sight to see,
If you ever pass their way
Lost in wonder you will be.

These lovely sisters beckon
Welcoming all who come their way,
To know them is to fall in love
While with your heart they'll play.

They will lure you with wonder
They will tease you with their worth,
There are few to match their equal
At any other place upon our earth.

You may choose to stop and stare
Or you may choose to gently smile,
You may hear their quiet whispers
When you just listen for a while.

The sisters are growing older
Yet their beauty grows each day,
Each of them unique and proud
Their grandeur on full display.

Approach these sisters cautiously
For you may never want to leave,
As you look with awe and wonder
In their majesty you will believe.

The Seven Sisters Mountains
Sentinels that reach the sky,
Offering peace and quiet solace
To all who visit or just pass by.

About This Poem

Last Few Words: I first met the sisters some 50 years ago but we have lost touch, and I haven't seen them in about twenty years. I miss them and hope to re-connect next year. I hope, some day, you will have the opportunity to meet them too.

Review Request Direction: What did you think of my title?
What did you think of the rhythm or pattern or pacing?
How does this theme appeal to you?
How was the beginning/ending of the poem?
Is the internal logic consistent?

Review Request Intensity: I appreciate moderate constructive criticism

Editing Stage: Editing - polished draft

About the Author

Country/Region: ID

Favorite Poets: My favorite poets are: , Kahill Gibran , Rod McKuen

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neopoet

neopoet

7 months 1 week ago

Neopoet AI (premium) - 5-29-23 version

The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet's computer artificial intelligence:

The poem "Seven Sisters" effectively uses vivid imagery and personification to bring the mountains of Idaho to life. However, the poem could benefit from more varied sentence structure and a more consistent rhyme scheme.

The poem's strengths lie in its descriptive language. The personification of the mountains as "sisters" who "beckon," "tease," and "whisper" creates a sense of intimacy and allure. The repeated references to their beauty and grandeur also help to create a vivid and appealing image.

However, the poem's rhythm and rhyme scheme could be improved. The poem generally follows an ABAB rhyme scheme, but there are a few lines that do not adhere to this pattern. For example, the third and fourth lines of the second stanza ("To observe their unmatched beauty/While with your heart they'll play") do not rhyme. Consistency in rhyme scheme can help to create a more satisfying and rhythmic reading experience.

Additionally, the poem could benefit from more varied sentence structure. Many of the sentences are of similar length and follow a similar pattern, which can make the poem feel monotonous. Varying sentence length and structure can add interest and dynamism to the poem.

Lastly, while the poem's imagery is strong, it could benefit from more specific and unique descriptions. For example, instead of saying the mountains' beauty is "unmatched," the poem could provide specific details about what makes them so beautiful. This would help to create a more vivid and engaging image for the reader.

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Geezer

Geezer

7 months 1 week ago

Nicely done...

One thing I would like to say, is that I would use (when) instead of (while) to start the line "While you just listen for a while. Not up to my best self, but think that is easy to see. Geez.
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Geezer

Geezer

7 months ago

Getting better...

It's going to take a while, but I will be working hard at working, just have to get my strength back. ~ Geez.
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Rula

Rula

7 months ago

Awesome !

I started drawing a picture of the seven sisters till the last few lines. I should have known that mother nature is the most capable to give birth to such beauty.
I am not sure if you wanted to find alternatives for the word "beauty" as it's repeated more than three times which is not preferable in such a short piece.
Just a thought. I really enjoyed this read very much
Thank you for sharing.

William Lynn

William Lynn

7 months ago

Hello Rula.

Hello Rula.

Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. I appreciate your suggestions and will take another look at the poem and edit as needed.

All my best, Will

Candlewitch

Candlewitch

7 months ago

Dear Will,

This is an enchanting piece of art! my favorite lines are:

Approach these sisters cautiously
For you may never want to leave,
As you look with awe and wonder
In their majesty you will believe.

The Seven Sisters Mountains
Sentinels that reach the sky,
Offering peace and quiet solace
To all who visit or just pass by.

In awe, Cat

William Lynn

William Lynn

7 months ago

Hi Cat.

Hi Cat.

Thanks for your kind words. I've been away from Neopoet for a few months dealing with some stuff, but it's nice to be back. I hope you and Steven are doing well and staying warm as winter approaches. Happy Thanksgiving!

All my best, Will

Candlewitch

Candlewitch

7 months ago

Dear Will,

We are both in acceptable shape, considering our ages. The aches and pains accumulating with times passing. We both are glad you are back. Your poetry is always inspiring and well worth the time spent to read.

wishing you a happy holiday season, Cat and Steven