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WHERE THE ROSE GROWS

HOW STUPID IS PRESIDENT XI!

GIVING ROSE SEEDS TO SOMEONE LIKE ME!

AND HIS MIND MUST BE BENT

THEY DON'T GROW IN CEMENT!

SHOULD HAVE SPENDED MY TIME WITH BIBI!

— Triskelion, May 15, 2026

About This Poem

Last Few Words: Kinda liking the new format. I hope you can work out the bugs. Not liking not being able to opt out of the artificial critic!

Style/Type: Structured: Western

Review Request Direction: How was my language use?
What did you think of the rhythm or pattern or pacing?
How does this theme appeal to you?

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

Editing Stage: Editing - polished draft

About the Author

Country/Region: Lake Simcoe Canada

Favorite Poets: Poe, Frost, E.B. Browning, Theodor Seuss Geisel,

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Critiques

neopoet

neopoet

3 weeks ago

Neopoet AI [2025-04]

The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet’s AI:

This poem presents a strong emotional reaction and uses direct language to convey frustration and disbelief. The use of capital letters throughout intensifies the tone, making the speaker's feelings unmistakable. However, the poem could benefit from more nuanced imagery and varied diction to deepen the reader's engagement and provide clearer context.

The metaphor of rose seeds not growing in cement is a compelling image that suggests obstacles to growth or success, but it could be expanded or clarified to enhance its impact. The reference to "President Xi" and "Bibi" (presumably political figures) grounds the poem in a political context, but without additional context or exploration, the poem risks alienating readers unfamiliar with these references.

Consider varying the line lengths and experimenting with punctuation to create a more dynamic rhythm. Additionally, exploring the speaker's emotions beyond anger—such as disappointment, hope, or irony—could add layers to the poem's message. Overall, focusing on vivid imagery and emotional complexity would strengthen the poem's effectiveness.

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Geezer

Geezer

2 weeks 6 days ago

I get ya Bro...

 

Trying to forge a friendship with seeds from a flower that grows in many colors and forms all over the world, must have some little significance? I have begun to see that the best we can see from China, is a reluctant "Okay, for now..." and we will have to accept that, for the time being...

Obadiah Grey

Obadiah Grey

2 weeks 5 days ago

Behind two Lillys sits Rose…

Behind two Lillys 
sits Rose,
then Daisy's 
fer two n a bit rows
there's a Poppy, petunia,
a Pansy, Primrose.
Then a Bibi - who gets up-  our nose!

Spent his seed on Barron ground.