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A Blind Date
Two unknown persons
They began their trek slowly,
Ever so slowly.
Step after step over pebbles,
Foot after foot left sand prints
Reflections in small pools of starfish.
The woman turned and spoke:
“I don't need my eyes now, there's no sound, just the silence."
The beach stretched on and beyond,
The shoreline was never ending.
The man turned and said:
" Are we not drawn onward, two of us, onward towards a new era? "
They continue to walk.
Hope in both hearts.
About This Poem
Style/Type: Free verse
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neopoet
4 months 3 weeks ago
Neopoet AI 5-29-23 version
The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet's computer artificial intelligence:
The poem "A Blind Date" creates a vivid scene of two individuals embarking on a journey together, focusing on their physical surroundings and sparse dialogue. The use of imagery, such as stepping over pebbles and leaving sand prints, helps set the tranquil and contemplative tone of the poem. The dialogue between the man and the woman adds depth to their characters and hints at a sense of shared purpose or destiny.
One suggestion for improvement could be to further develop the emotional connection between the two characters. While the dialogue provides insight into their thoughts, feelings, and philosophical musings, delving deeper into their emotions or inner conflicts could enhance the reader's engagement with the characters and their journey. Additionally, considering varying the pacing or structure of the poem could create more dynamic shifts and keep the reader intrigued throughout the narrative.
Overall, "A Blind Date" effectively captures a sense of mystery and introspection, and further exploration of the characters' emotional depth could enrich the poem's impact on the reader.
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Lavender
4 months 3 weeks ago
A Blind Date
Hello, Sen,
What a beautiful take on the contest theme. And that's the way it truly feels with love, kind of blindly moving forward into uncertainty.
Thank you!
L
Sen99
4 months 3 weeks ago
Thank You Lavender
I have never even been on a blind date, I just imagined two people, on a journey of mystery
Kind of you to offer your thoughts.