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May 09, 2025
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a reckoning of voices
History does not pause for breath,
it moves like morning,
inevitable yet unnoticed.
We carve decisions into it,
rough edges and second guesses,
but no moment stands untouched by the past.
Some call for restoration—
others dismantle, brick by brick,
rebuilding from what remains.
The voices collide,
wary of each retort.
About This Poem
Review Request Intensity: I appreciate moderate constructive criticism
Editing Stage: Editing - rough draft
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neopoet
11 months 2 weeks ago
Neopoet AI - version 2.0
The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet's computer artificial intelligence:
This poem effectively captures the relentless progression of history and the complexities of how we interact with it. The imagery of history moving like morning is evocative, and the idea of decisions being carved into it with rough edges and second guesses adds depth to the exploration of the past's influence on the present. The contrast between those who seek restoration and those who opt for dismantling and rebuilding is thought-provoking. The poem effectively conveys the tension and collision of different perspectives and voices. Consider further developing the imagery and exploring the nuances of how these voices interact and shape the narrative of history. Additionally, refining the structure and flow of the poem could enhance its impact on the reader.
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Frederick Kesner
11 months 2 weeks ago
May we get somewhere close to
May we get somewhere close to productivity :)