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Aug 06, 2025
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Haven of coziness and calm
No wolves baying at my door,
For evil will not come in.
When darkness looms,
Or when this day begins.
For I'll create a zone,
A barrier to such sin.
Not quite soundproofing,
Yet serenity still gets pinned.
Fear isn't my master,
In this arena of protection.
Against an army of chaos,
Coming from any direction.
And the wind may be howling,
The other side of that door.
Yet in a house full of comfort,
Calmness is felt to my core.
No prison like haven,
Just a snuggly place.
And a breath of peace,
Brings a smile to my face.
In this moment of calm,
Crazy gets pushed away.
The curtains remain closed,
So happy thoughts can stay.
About This Poem
Style/Type: Structured: Western
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neopoet
1 month 3 weeks ago
Neopoet AI [2025-04]
The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet’s AI:
This poem effectively conveys a personal sanctuary, a space where external turmoil is kept at bay, and inner peace is cultivated. The central metaphor of a protective "zone" or "haven" is clear and consistent throughout, which helps unify the poem’s theme.
The use of contrasts—wolves and evil versus calm and coziness, darkness versus the start of a day—strengthens the emotional impact. The poem’s rhythm is generally steady, though some lines could benefit from slight tightening to enhance flow. For example, the line “Calmness if felt to my core” likely intends “is felt,” and correcting this would improve clarity.
Some imagery, such as “Not quite soundproofing, / Yet serenity still gets pinned,” is evocative but could be expanded or clarified. The phrase “serenity still gets pinned” is somewhat abstract; specifying how serenity is “pinned” or made tangible might deepen the sensory experience.
The poem’s tone is reassuring, but the final stanza introduces “crazy” being pushed away and “curtains remain closed,” which could be explored more vividly. What is the nature of this “crazy,” and how does closing curtains symbolize protection? Adding more concrete details or sensory descriptions here could amplify the emotional resonance.
Overall, the poem communicates a relatable desire for refuge and peace. Strengthening imagery, refining rhythm, and clarifying certain phrases would enhance its impact and reader engagement.
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Words Ablaze
1 month 3 weeks ago
Very nice. It's walls are…
Very nice. It's walls are not a prison...they shut the world out. Loved it
Lavender
1 month 3 weeks ago
Haven of Coziness and Calm
Hello, Tigger,
It has only been very recently that I've stopped concentrating on the news. Your poem describes the feeling it has given me - the protection of my peace of mind and aura. A respite from the harsh reality in life.
Thank you,
L