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To The Great Poem I May One Day Compose

To the great poem I may one day compose
I know you’re lingering around somewhere close
You won’t reveal yourself until the time is right
So I keep you in mind expecting your light

And once your inspiration comes to my heart
I will craft you like the most reverent piece of art
Weaving words and expressions that say it all
When a lifetime of memories begs the call

But if the words don’t come to me just like I said…
I will recite them in free verse from my deathbed instead

About This Poem

Style/Type: Structured: Western

Review Request Intensity: I want the raw truth, feel free to knock me on my back

Editing Stage: Editing - polished draft

About the Author

Region, Country: California, US

Favorite Poets: Maya Angelou, William Carlos Williams, Pablo Neruda, Robert Frost, Edgar Allan Poe, Walt Whitman, Charles Bukowski, Alfredo Espino, Roque Dalton and several more.

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neopoet

neopoet

7 months ago

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

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

The poem exhibits a strong sense of anticipation and reverence towards the creative process, which is commendable. However, there are areas where the poem could be improved.

1. Consistency: The poem seems to oscillate between formal and informal language. For instance, "I know you’re lingering around somewhere close" has a casual tone, while "I will craft you like the most reverent piece of art" is more formal. Consistency in tone can help maintain the reader's immersion.

2. Imagery: While the poem does contain some imagery, it could benefit from more vivid and specific descriptions. For example, instead of saying "a lifetime of memories begs the call", you could describe specific memories or experiences that contribute to the creation of the poem.

3. Rhythm and Meter: The rhythm of the poem is somewhat inconsistent, which can disrupt the flow for the reader. For example, the lines "And once your inspiration comes to my heart" and "I will recite them in free verse from my deathbed instead" have different numbers of syllables, which can make the poem feel disjointed.

4. Show, Don't Tell: The poem often tells the reader what is happening, rather than showing it. For example, "You won’t reveal yourself until the time is right" tells the reader about the poem's reluctance to reveal itself. Instead, you could show this reluctance through a metaphor or simile.

5. Word Choice: The choice of words in some areas could be improved. For instance, "reverent piece of art" is somewhat clichéd. Try to find fresh and original ways to express your ideas.

Overall, the poem has potential, but could benefit from more attention to detail in terms of language, imagery, and rhythm.

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Geezer

Geezer

7 months ago

Hmmmm...

I'm thinking that you have given this a lot of thought. Of course, if you keep this all in your head, you may advance, rearrange and in general make what you will whenever you want. I wish that I might do that, but unfortunately, many factors such as
concussions, and past use of nefarious substances have rendered my short-term memories a moot point. Thank you for a look at the mind of someone who may someday achieve the "Great Poem". ~ Geezer.
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Wallyroo92

Wallyroo92

6 months 3 weeks ago

To the Great Poem...

Greetings Geezer,
Thank you for your comment.

For me it's the thrill of the chase of penning the perfect poem and being really happy with it. I think we all chase that perfect piece that summarizes what our take on poetry is or what the experience of life would be.

Wallyroo92

Wallyroo92

6 months 3 weeks ago

To the Great Poem...

Thank you Michael,

I think we all chase that one great poem, our magnum opus so to say that will leave our mark for years.

Lavender

Lavender

7 months ago

To The Great Poem...

Hello, W,
I raise my glass to this! Here's to success for you... and for all poets!
Well said, and well written!
Thank you,
L

Wallyroo92

Wallyroo92

6 months 3 weeks ago

To the Great Poem...

Thank you so much Lavender,

I think all of us poets look for that one piece which we will be known for, whether we reach fame or not.

W

Candlewitch

Candlewitch

7 months ago

Dear Wally,

It is out there, the inspiration of your muse...perhaps waiting for when you least expect it. Nice work.

hugs, and holiday cheer, Cat

Wallyroo92

Wallyroo92

6 months 3 weeks ago

To the Great Poem...

Greetings Cat,

Thank you. Yes, I think it's out there somewhere lingering for all of us. Here to you as well.

W

Rula

Rula

7 months ago

I believe

You're on the right track. You've already composed one.
I absolutely love it!

Wallyroo92

Wallyroo92

6 months 3 weeks ago

To the Great Poem...

Greetings Rula,

Thank you. It's the deep emotional dives that sometimes feel it'll be the one.

W