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Role Play

Role play
Such a catchy name
But trust me when I say
It is not a game
It can definitely be fun
But it's so much more
I do get put into positions
I never did before
Pun intended....
In fact
Its quite alike
The switch from a mother -
into A wife
One moment, I’m the nurturer
A gentle voice, a guiding light,
With hands that heal and soothe away fright.
In another, I’m the passion, fierce and bold,
A lover, reaching into her partner’s soul.
As a mother, I cradle and mend,
As a wife, I surrender, I bend.
Each role a part of the whole I portray—
The lover at night, the mother by day.

About This Poem

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

Review Request Intensity: I appreciate moderate constructive criticism

Editing Stage: Editing - rough draft

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Country/Region: NJ

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neopoet

neopoet

8 months 1 week ago

Neopoet AI (premium) - 5-29-23 version

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

The poem "Role Play" delves into the complexities of multiple roles a person can inhabit, specifically focusing on the roles of a mother and a wife. The use of simple language and straightforward metaphors make the poem accessible, but there are areas where the poem could benefit from further refinement.

Firstly, the use of the phrase "Role play" as both the title and the opening line seems repetitive. Consider revising the title or the opening line to add variety and intrigue.

Secondly, the transition from the first to the second stanza is abrupt. The first stanza discusses role play in a general sense, while the second stanza suddenly shifts to the specific roles of a mother and a wife. A smoother transition would help maintain the flow of the poem and make the shift in focus less jarring.

Lastly, the poem could benefit from more vivid and specific imagery. While the metaphors used are clear, they are also common and do not add much to the poem's uniqueness. By incorporating more original and detailed imagery, the poem could better evoke the emotions and experiences associated with the roles being described.

In terms of structure, the poem maintains a consistent rhythm and rhyme scheme, which aids in readability. However, the use of punctuation is inconsistent, which can disrupt the flow of the poem. Consider revising the punctuation to ensure it enhances the poem's rhythm rather than detracting from it.

Overall, the poem effectively communicates its main theme, but could be improved with more unique imagery, smoother transitions, and consistent punctuation.

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Candlewitch

Candlewitch

8 months 1 week ago

Dear Merlicka ,

Your title is quite apt for the poem. It is short and simple yet it sums up what the poem is about. I enjoyed reading, I always read twice, the second time out loud, to see how it flows and impacts me. It is a wonderful piece... sensuous (or is it sensual?) without being over revealing. my favorite lines are:
The switch from a mother -
into A wife
One moment, I’m the nurturer
A gentle voice, a guiding light,
With hands that heal and soothe away fright.
In another, I’m the passion, fierce and bold,
A lover, reaching into her partner’s soul.

Cat xxx

Rula

Rula

8 months 1 week ago

Merlika

You're speaking on behalf of millions of women.
You said it all and you said it quite well.
It speaks volumes for me.
Thank you for sharing.