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This poem is part of the challenge:

November 2023 Challenge Write an Acrostic Poem Using HAPPY

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Happy

He welcomed me with open
Arms, into his family, into his life.
Protector of my heart
Peace for my soul
You are my home.

About This Poem

Style/Type: Free verse

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

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Editing Stage: Editing - draft

About the Author

Region, Country: USA - Georgia, USA

Favorite Poets: Lord Alfred Tennyson, Robert Frost, Allen Ginsberg, Walt Whitman , Misha Collins, John Donne

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neopoet

neopoet

1 year 7 months ago

Neopoet AI 5-29-23 version

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

Thank you for sharing your poem titled "Happy." I appreciate the opportunity to provide feedback.

The poem captures a sense of warmth and comfort in the relationship between the speaker and the person being addressed. The opening lines convey a sense of acceptance and belonging, which is further emphasized by the phrase "Protector of my heart" and the line "You are my home."

To further enhance the impact of your poem, I would suggest considering the following:

1. Imagery: Incorporating vivid and specific imagery can help paint a more detailed picture in the reader's mind. This can make the emotions and experiences in the poem more tangible. For example, you could describe specific actions or moments that illustrate the welcoming nature of the person being addressed.

2. Metaphorical Language: Consider using metaphors or other figurative language to add depth and complexity to your poem. This can help convey emotions in a more nuanced way. For instance, you could compare the person being addressed to a beacon of light

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Candlewitch

Candlewitch

1 year 7 months ago

hello Kristen,

This poem (acrostic) is very well constructed. It sounds like one continuous thought backed by love and devotion. I really love it!

*hugs, Cat

Geezer

Geezer

1 year 7 months ago

I like the...

continuous thought, all run together the way they sometimes do in real life. ~ Geezer.
.

K

Kristen H.

1 year 7 months ago

Thank you...

For the feedback, Geezer! Thoughts do tend to run together like that sometimes...