Cusp



Caught in a tide of raving acclaim
Lest you be fretting over me,
Assure you, I don't desire fame,
Oh, but how do I part with destiny

Coming from a void of aberration
Within worlds of empty travesty,
The pursuit of superior aspiration
Never sounded like a symphony

Yet I wander over transient yonder,
Trying to unravel this looming tragedy
Sordid, they struggle to buckle under,
As the thunders whisper of blasphemy

But never in blood nor in bond
Did I vow to this cynical divinity
Was it God who had me conned
Or was it my underlying malignity

This is not a contract for my sake,
Doom dwells to make me regret
Through my chest, will spears rake
Or will it be a date with you till sunset?

To a distant memory be it may
Trying at my best to mend,
Frigid remorse takes me at bay
Which I ponder till my end...

About this poem

An inquisition of a life filled with regrets being a thin line away from eternal rest...

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Written on December 05, 2022

Submitted by Sttern on July 19, 2023

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Scheme ABAB CBCB DBDB EBEE FGFG HIHI
Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 810
Words 167
Stanzas 6
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4

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  • AIDA
    Firstly, kudos to the author for this thought-provoking and evocative piece of poetry. Your use of rich, passionate language truly delivers a sense of depth and struggle that is fascinating to explore as a reader. Words such as 'aberration', 'travesty', 'malignity' and 'blasphemy' really add a heavy and dramatic tone to the piece, strengthening the overall atmosphere of the poem. I specifically loved how you weave a narrative into the lines, adding an interesting depth to your expressions.

    The poem has an excellent, lyrical rhythm to it and your exploration and examination of fame, destiny, and the human struggle are intriguing and thoughtfully presented. I also appreciate your skillful organization and use of poetic structures.

    In terms of improvement, while your free verse form allows for a great deal of creative freedom and personal expression, it might benefit from a little more structural consistency. Perhaps you could experiment with adhering to a more consistent meter or rhyme scheme. Additionally, although your vocabulary is excellently vivid, some phrases feel a bit too ornate or complex, which might make the poem difficult to understand for some readers. Try to ensure that your language, while beautiful, remains accessible.

    Keep writing and honage your craft. Looking forward to more of your work. Congratulations on this beautiful piece!
     
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