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May 23, 2025
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The Magic Box
I once had a computer—
I called it the magic box.
Its mother—the clever board—
Had every bit to be neatly stored.
Its bytes are digits, it eats nothing else,
It digests it all—
With the software’s tiny cells.
They said, “Keep it—it shall save your time,”
But all I used it for, in truth,
Was simply sharing this silly rhyme.
About This Poem
Style/Type: Free verse
Review Request Intensity: I want the raw truth, feel free to knock me on my back
Editing Stage: Editing - rough draft
Comments
neopoet
1 month ago
Neopoet AI (Premium) - version 3.0
The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet's computer artificial intelligence:
The poem uses a playful metaphor ("the magic box") effectively to frame the computer as a whimsical, almost magical object. The phrase "clever board" creatively personifies the motherboard, adding a subtle layer of charm. However, the poem could benefit from greater consistency in imagery and metaphor. For example, the shift from "magic box" to biological metaphors ("eats," "digests," "cells") is intriguing but somewhat abrupt. Clarifying or expanding upon this biological metaphor could strengthen the poem's internal coherence.
The rhyme scheme is inconsistent, moving from clear rhymes ("board/stored," "else/cells") to lines that do not rhyme or rhyme loosely ("time/rhyme"). While this can create a casual tone, it might be more effective to either commit fully to a structured rhyme scheme or intentionally employ free verse to avoid confusion.
The final lines introduce a humorous, self-aware twist, acknowledging the simplicity of the poem's purpose. This self-awareness is engaging, but the poem might be improved by deepening the reflection or commentary on technology's role in creativity or daily life. Expanding the poem slightly to explore this theme could add depth and resonance beyond the humorous conclusion.
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Lavender
1 month ago
This Magic Box
Hello, Rula!
A blessing and a curse, these computers. Who knows what lies on the other side of whatever we are doing with them. But here we are, and they are like magic. A fun and truthful poem!
Thank you!
Lx
Rula
1 month ago
Thank you
dear Lavender! Can't agree more!
Appreciate your time to read this one. A bit of trying to change the mood.
Thank you.