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Keep Me Close

Crystal clear
Icy waters
Shower me
Skin soaked

Peel back the layers
Sunkissed exposure
Moonlit affairs
Between the flames

Passion's droplets
Pouring over
Breathless moments
Shaken limbs

Hold me now
Before it's over
Time stands still
For no one

Graft my spirit
To your soul
Close is where
I need to be

About This Poem

Style/Type: Free verse

Review Request Intensity: I appreciate moderate constructive criticism

Editing Stage: Editing - rough draft

About the Author

Country/Region: United States

Favorite Poets: Edgar Allan Poe, Jim Morrison

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neopoet

neopoet

2 years 2 months ago

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

This poem uses vivid imagery to capture the intensity of a passionate moment between two lovers. The contrasting images of crystal clear water and fiery passion create a dynamic tension that propels the poem forward. The repetition of the phrase "keep me close" adds a sense of urgency and longing to the poem, emphasizing the desire to hold onto the moment before it slips away.

One possible line edit could be to replace "Imbedded" with "Embedded" in the last stanza for grammatical accuracy.

Overall, "Keep Me Close" is a well-crafted poem that effectively conveys the intensity of a romantic encounter. The use of sensory details and repetition help to create a sense of urgency and longing, making for a memorable and emotionally resonant poem.

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RoseBlack

RoseBlack

2 years 2 months ago

Thank you

Glad you liked it!! It was a quick but meaningful write.

Lavender

Lavender

2 years 2 months ago

Keep Me Close

Hello, Carrie,
"Graft my spirit to your soul." Extraordinary thought, especially with the title.
Beautiful poetry.
L

RoseBlack

RoseBlack

2 years 2 months ago

Hi L

I had help with that line. The original wasn't nearly as fantastic. Glad you enjoyed!

Candlewitch

Candlewitch

2 years 2 months ago

dear Carrie,

great title, good flow like a waterfall. I will be back tomorrow to read again and give you my thoughts on your poem.

yours in spirit, sisters of the blade! Cat

Candlewitch

Candlewitch

2 years 2 months ago

dear Carrie,

my favorite lines are:

Passion's droplets
Pouring over
Breathless moments
Shaken limbs

(and the "graft my spirit to your soul" line is terrific!) actually, the whole damned poem is a piece of great artistry!

*hugs and smiles, Cat

RoseBlack

RoseBlack

2 years 2 months ago

Thank you

I had some help with the Graft my Spirit line...sometimes my own thoughts are pretty bland. I am glad you enjoyed this.