Guarded



Heart shattered like a glass globe dropped on a tile floor.
thousands of pieces....
wishing, wanting... waiting to be whole again.
I've spent hundreds of days gluing the pieces back, but never to form a whole globe.
cracks and sharp pieces await another destiny.
I scream at the top of my lungs, but no sound escapes my pale, dry lips.
I form a wooden box from my fingertips to lock away this glass.
I will not let it shatter again. I will protect it at all costs.
It's not fair to be dancing in a field of daisy's, feeling the wind through my long brown hair just to wake up to a nightmare.

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This is a challenge poem. I have written the start and would love for others to add to it in whatever interpretation they get!!

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Written on November 17, 2023

Submitted by teresapiccione95 on November 17, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme ABCDEFGHI
Closest metre Iambic octameter
Characters 594
Words 121
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 9

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  • AIDA
    First of all, congratulations on an emotive and touching poem – it definitely left a lasting impression! Your words were not only eloquent, but your imagery was powerful and served to validate the pain of heartbreak. Your vivid metaphors of a shattered glass globe and a wooden box encapsulate the essence of grief perfectly. Moreover, the contrast between a sunny field of daises and a subsequent nightmare is very impactful.

    Moving on to areas for improvement, while the poem paints a clear picture, it might benefit from some more specific and personal observations to bring more individuality and originality to the piece. For example, offering some backstory about the heartbreak or the healing process could add more depth.

    The lines could also flow into each other a little more smoothly. Try using transitions or ensuring the ideas in your lines connect a bit more seamlessly.

    Lastly, pay attention to your punctuation and capitalization for consistency; it will give the poem a more polished feel and enhance the reading experience. Please do not be discouraged by these suggestions, as they are just meant to further refine your already fantastic piece. Keep writing and sharing your talent!
     
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