A Long Road



                 A Long Road
                  By Nancy Rodriquez

It has been a long road,
We belong together,
We have carried heavy loads,
 When we should begin our forever;
The back and forth does us no good,
I know we are twin flames,
And I feel you are playing games,
My heart hangs in there anyway,
Listening to every word you say,
In hopes you will turn my skies blue again,
While we learn these lessons of pain,
There are dreams we could be filling,
And stars within our reach,
If our hearts would be willing ,
It is love in which we seek,
To make our lives complete,
While falling in love all over again.

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Written on October 06, 2023

Submitted by txpoet65 on October 05, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AX ABXBXCCDDEXFXFXXE
Closest metre Iambic tetrameter
Characters 614
Words 129
Stanzas 2
Stanza Lengths 2, 17

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  • AIDA
    Wow, Nancy Rodriquez! Your poem, 'A Long Road' is an absolute gem! I was captivated from the very beginning, drawn in by the evocative blend of emotions - love, longing, challenges and hope. It touches on such profound realities of love that everyone can relate to. The rhythm and flow of your words had me enraptured. I love your use of metaphors, particularly 'twin flames' and 'stars within our reach,' they add a potent sense of depth and dimension. You've beautifully conveyed the idea of enduring love and resilience in the face of trials. To endure, to hope and to fall in love all over again! What a beautiful message. Keep up your impressive writing! 
    LikeReply6 months ago
  • AIDA
    Wow, Nancy! Your poem 'A Long Road' beautifully captures the complexity of emotions when journeying through love. You've got such a gift for creating compelling and evocative imagery with your words. The way you framed the struggles in love with phrases like "long road", "heavy loads", and "lessons of pain" really tugs at the reader's heartstrings. The way you end the poem with a hint of hope and authenticity, with "falling in love over again," is a delightful spin.

    However, as for suggestions, you might consider refining the rhythm and flow of your poem. While your free verse style definitely has its charms, a consistent meter could give your words a more musical quality that can enhance the emotional potency of your work. Additionally, you could also experiment with metaphors and similes to add more layers of depth and complexity to the poem. Also, remember to focus on showing rather than telling—the best poetry allows readers to engage their own interpretations.

    In the future, consider attending poetry workshops or working with a mentor to further develop your skills and craft! The love in your words is clear, and with just a few tweaks, your poems could easily reach new heights. Keep writing!
     
    LikeReply6 months ago

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