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05/25 The sound of nature

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Sounds From the Stream

The brook ripples
as it meanders along.
The fish fight
against the current
and the fishermen
while a girl on the
banks picks a daisy
…He loves me not…
He loves me!

About This Poem

Style/Type: Free verse

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?
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Review Request Intensity: I want the raw truth, feel free to knock me on my back

Editing Stage: Editing - polished draft

About the Author

Region, Country: Kentucky, USA

Favorite Poets: Edgar Allen Poe, Maya Angelou, Emily Dickenson

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neopoet

1 month 2 weeks ago

Neopoet AI (Premium) - version 3.0

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

Consider exploring the connection between the imagery of the brook and the girl's contemplation more explicitly. Currently, the poem presents two distinct scenes—the fish struggling against the current and the girl plucking petals—but the relationship between these images remains unclear. Clarifying how the natural imagery mirrors or contrasts the girl's emotional state could strengthen thematic coherence. Additionally, the shift from the fishermen to the girl feels abrupt; consider adding a transitional element or expanding slightly on how these scenes interact.

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Punkyfrewster

1 month 2 weeks ago

Rula,

Thank you for that! May the judges share your response! lol