Friend of Mine

The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet’s AI:

The poem employs a straightforward, sincere tone to express gratitude and admiration for a friend. The structure is consistent, with short lines and stanzas that create a sense of intimacy and directness. The use of familiar metaphors—such as "solid beacon" and "touch-stone"—conveys reliability and guidance, though these images are somewhat conventional and could be further developed or made more specific to deepen the emotional impact.

The poem relies on qualities ("open-minded," "gentle and fair," "wise and sure") that are stated rather than shown through concrete imagery or action. Incorporating more sensory details or particular memories could strengthen the connection between the speaker and the subject, allowing the reader to experience the friendship more vividly.

The rhyme and rhythm are subtle, with some end rhymes ("fair"/"there," "sure"/"pure") that provide cohesion without becoming sing-song. However, the poem could benefit from greater attention to line breaks and enjambment to enhance its musicality and pacing.

The closing lines, "you are like no other / intentions ever pure..." attempt to sum up the friend's uniqueness, but the phrase "intentions ever pure" is somewhat abstract. Replacing generalities with more precise language or imagery would give the poem greater specificity and memorability.

Overall, the poem communicates its message clearly but would be strengthened by more original imagery, concrete detail, and attention to language that moves beyond generalities.

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my touch-stone
wise and sure,
you are like no other
intentions ever pure.

few people would have such characteristics. I believe you're lucky to have them around you. 

Simple but very expressive! 

Thank you for sharing dearest friend.

I like this poem. It's full of real emotion. Very good. Ruby :)

I really loved your poem, the first stanza says it all for me

open-minded
always there,
never judging
gentle and fair.

the above comments from the above poets; it is such a blessing to have such good friends. How better to show appreciation of the comfort that friends can bring. Nice stuff, I do agree that the last lines could be a little smoother, but I think that in general you have put it in terms that most will understand. ~ Geez.

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We should all be so lucky to have someone like that in our lives.  For me, it is you. Always has been. Thanks.

Such friendship is beautiful and your husband loves you too