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Stop Whining

You stumble,grumble,cry,shy,sip,then trip,fall,get back up
Scraped,stained,bruised.
Then you moan,an groan,with some regret,
Only to wine again.

About This Poem

Last Few Words: I would like all comments, an help, thank you.

Style/Type: Free verse

Review Request Direction: What did you think of the rhythm or pattern or pacing?

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

Editing Stage: Not actively editing

About the Author

Region, Country: United States, USA

Favorite Poets: Maya Angelou, Tony Morris, Edgar Allen Poe, Ralph Waldo Emerson to name a few.

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neopoet

5 months ago

Neopoet AI 5-29-23 version

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

The poem "Stop Whining" effectively conveys a sense of frustration and cyclical behavior through its repetitive structure and use of alliteration. The progression from stumbling to falling, getting back up, and then repeating the cycle is clear and impactful. However, there are some areas that could be improved for clarity and coherence. The use of commas in "You stumble,grumble,cry,shy,sip,then trip,fall,get back up" may disrupt the flow of the poem. Consider using line breaks or punctuation to separate the actions more effectively. Additionally, the transition from describing physical actions to emotional responses could be smoother to enhance the overall impact of the poem. Strengthening the connection between the physical and emotional aspects of the subject's behavior could create a more cohesive and powerful message.

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