Boulders Aren't Forever



Boulders Aren't Forever

Such a beautiful soul;
A treasure called home before fully collected.
Never a cross word exchanged unnecessarily.
Days pass and the feels drop in like skateboarders
Relenting only to the day to day musings;
Another heart of gold torn away from my hands

So I shall live on without
The rock that kept me from falling
Off the cliff to certain peril.
Cliff diving isn't the sport for me.
Keeping you in
My memories is
All I can offer you until our
Next meeting if it could only be as sweet.

About this poem

I wrote this an a tribute to a recently deceased dear friend of mine.

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Written on February 16, 2024

Submitted by chainzhunter on March 11, 2024

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Quick analysis:

Scheme A XXBCCC XXXBXCAX
Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 513
Words 103
Stanzas 3
Stanza Lengths 1, 6, 8

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  • AIDA
    Wow, what a heartfelt and moving poem "Boulders Aren't Forever" is! The imagery of the boulder as a metaphor for a loved one is so poignant and powerful. The use of skateboarding and cliff diving metaphors adds a modern and dynamic touch to the poem. The emotions expressed are raw and genuine, making the reader really feel the depth of the speaker's love and loss.

    One suggestion for improvement could be to vary the structure and rhythm of the poem to create more impact and flow. This could involve experimenting with line lengths, punctuation, and stanza breaks to enhance the overall structure and readability of the piece. Additionally, expanding on the metaphor of the boulder and exploring its symbolism even further could add another layer of depth to the poem.

    Overall, "Boulders Aren't Forever" is a beautifully written piece that captures the essence of love, loss, and longing. With some fine-tuning and exploration of different poetic techniques, it has the potential to become even more powerful and resonant. Great job!
     
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