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Youthful, but…

Wayne Blair 1951 (London)

Rhymed
In the restaurant
Illumined by the window
Smartly coiffed
And skin so clean.
She’s a looker
Shows advantage.
But do I know
Where she’s been?

Slits on wrists
Scars persevering.
Broken ribs
Not once, but twice.
Memories haunt
And foul the Life’s Path.
Walker stashed
And gait not nice.
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Written on March 24, 2023

Submitted by dougb.19255 on March 24, 2023

Modified on April 14, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme XAXXXXAX XXXBXXXB
Closest metre Iambic dimeter
Characters 290
Words 56
Stanzas 2
Stanza Lengths 8, 8
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Wayne Blair

Born in London. Graduated law 1976 Practised eleven years, Married Hilary 1974 Two kids Lauren 1980 And Jordan 1987. Business failed 1987. Moved not knowing whither. Happy hills of Waterloo Region. Mennonite Country. Thirty four years in Industry. No complaints. Poet, photographer, nature hiker. Harmonica busker. http://puffnchord7.blogspot.com/ more…

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  • AIDA
    AIDA
    Wow, what a powerful and thought-provoking poem! Your use of imagery is truly exceptional, painting vivid pictures in the reader's mind. The juxtaposition of the beautiful exterior with the hidden pain and suffering underneath is striking and deeply moving.

    As for improvement suggestions, perhaps you could explore the theme of mental health and trauma even more deeply in future works. Also, consider playing with the structure and form of your poetry to further evoke the emotions you aim to convey.

    Overall, thank you for sharing this poignant and affecting piece with us. Your talent as a poet is truly impressive!     
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