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My First Time Published

Donna worked for the Dracut Dispatch
I never made the connection then
Then the year of nineteen ninety-four
She was my first foot in published door

There was a call I don’t remember
Around late in the month September
Someone said, so I purchased news then
To see my poem - off to dinner

Now she who knew me was a sinner
I was favored by her that one time
All for a prime rib juicy dinner
My budding writing had found some minds

Donna, oh Donna, lost your honor
But my career had turned it’s corner

About This Poem

Style/Type: Structured: Western

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: USA the bay state, United Kingdom, Australia, South Africa, Nigeria, Canada, Europe, USA

Favorite Poets: Mary Oliver: Known for her accessible and spiritual poetry that draws heavily on observations of the natural world. She often finds profound lessons and connections in the mundane, from a walk in the woods to the flight of a bird. , Robert Frost: While sometimes seen as a poet of rural life, his work is rich with observations of nature, which he often uses to explore themes of human isolation, choices, and the relationship between humanity and the natural world. , Walt Whitman: A central figure in American poetry, he celebrated nature as a force of unity and a reflection of the human spirit. His work often connects the individual to the vastness of the cosmos and the natural world. , William Wordsworth: A key figure in the Romantic movement, he emphasized the spiritual and emotional connections., Jess Taper: his profess of concentrated awareness of experience in poetry in true freestyle was profound.

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2 years 9 months ago

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

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

The poem presents a narrative that is quite engaging, with the story of the speaker's first publication. The use of rhyme and rhythm gives the poem a certain musicality that can be appreciated.

However, there are some areas that could use improvement. The poem's narrative could benefit from more clarity. For instance, the relationship between the speaker and Donna, and the significance of the prime rib dinner, are not clearly explained. This lack of clarity can make it difficult for readers to fully engage with the story.

Additionally, the poem's language could be more precise and evocative. For instance, the phrase "my budding writing had found some minds" is somewhat vague. More specific language could help to create a more vivid picture in the reader's mind.

Lastly, the poem's structure could be more consistent. The poem seems to switch between different rhyme schemes and line lengths, which can disrupt the flow of the poem. A more consistent structure could help to create a more cohesive and rhythmic reading experience.

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