Seeking Avalon

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

The poem "Seeking Avalon" demonstrates a strong sense of imagery and setting, which effectively transports the reader to the mystical isle of Avalon. The use of sensory language, such as "cloaking mist" and "rowing dipping", creates a vivid picture and a sense of movement that draws the reader into the narrative.

However, the poem could benefit from a clearer thematic focus. While the journey to Avalon is clear, the purpose or significance of this journey is somewhat ambiguous. The emotional climax of the poem, "I weep with joy", might have more impact if the stakes or motivations of the journey were more explicitly outlined earlier in the poem.

The poem also uses a variety of sentence structures, which adds variety and interest. However, the phrase "The cloistered scrambling to remain unseen" is somewhat unclear. It might be beneficial to revise this line for clarity, as it is not immediately apparent who or what is "cloistered" and why they are "scrambling to remain unseen".

Finally, the rhythm of the poem is somewhat inconsistent. While free verse does not require a strict metrical pattern, a more consistent rhythm could enhance the flow of the poem. For example, the line "running like the pace of the river all around" is significantly longer than the surrounding lines, which disrupts the rhythm. Consider revising this line to maintain a more consistent rhythm throughout the poem.

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of nuns running from the Saxons and hoping for sanctuary in Glastonbury.
I don't know if this is a history lesson or a metaphor for something else.
It reads well, there's just not enough to it to make an informed decision. I would love to hear more or at least an explanation of what you mean. ~ Geez.
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Another favourite subject of mine. To do it really proud you have to aim for an epic else, as you have here, just a snapshot. The problem with the legend of Arthur is that once you start digging into it you find so much more, then more, then more still.
I look forward to your efforts. Alex

a beautiful description with great language. I also liked Geezer's analysis, but I think Alex was right there's alot more to put into this! Great job and keep on writing!

signed by a prowess poetess.
I just wonder what pills do you take:)

I didn't mean the pills thing literary.
I was just referring to your muse that inspires so many awesome poetry.
Well done dear

I look forward to seeing a continuation of this if it is still a work in progress. The imagery was vivid and there was a calmness about the words. Well done!

I love the classical elements and pictorial design in rich language I can see the pleasure garden of the ethereal plain of Avalon with natural connections to Glastonbury tor and such. Mummy danced naked around Stonehenge in her youth amongst the Druids she passed this year in July to the next world though she would say of people dancing round the sacred site “did they do it naked? No? The pansies” her alma mater was Oxford university and a genius not to mention the most intuitive soul you could know as a psychiatrist you’d have loved her. As a mother and blessed in her profession I think you share similar qualities dear friend though your work is as a poet through this medium we heal souls. That’s our profession