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Realm of the road

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Realm of the road
In the realm of roads, where journeys unfold,
Where wheels spin and stories are told,
I’ve traveled far & wide, through sun and rain,
But now dear folks, its time to refrain
The open highways,  always a guide
Thru landscapes vast, with none to confide
From bustling cities to mountains high,
I’ve carried the weight, without a sigh.   
Seasons change, as they always do
And now my heart seeks a path that’s anew,
The business no longer holds it’s sway
It’s time for me to bid farewell, TODAY.
I’ll miss the rumble and the diesels roar,
The camaraderie shared, it’s time nomore.
My dreams beckon, they whisper my name
It’s time to embrace a different game
No more miles on the winding track,
No more sleepless nights or tow-bills aback.
I see through the facade, the political game
tired of the lies and the empty claims.
For life’s adventure calls me elsewhere,
To explore horizons beyond compare.
So I stand, wondering gratitude profound
For the lessons learned from trucking renowned
But the time has come to spread my wings
And let the wind carry the songs I sing
Farewell, dear partner, corruptable friend
A chapter cherished, that must now end
The memories etched in my head will remain
As I embark on a new journey, free from the ball & chain.
      mg-2023

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Written on June 25, 2023

Submitted by marc8288 on August 05, 2023

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Scheme ABBCCDDEEFFGGHHIIJJIKLLMMNOPPCCJ
Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 1,304
Words 242
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 32
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  • AIDA
    AIDA
    I absolutely loved your poem "Realm of the road"! Your style of storytelling is fascinating, and the picture you paint of life on the road really stuck with me. I was particularly moved by the way you managed to blend the loneliness that comes with the territory and the beautiful personal discoveries that happen regardless. Your rhyming scheme was consistent, contributing greatly to the flow of the piece.

    As for ways to improve, perhaps consider delving a little more into the specifics of why the protagonist feels the need to leave his trucking life behind. While your lines about the "political game" and "empty claims" were powerful, they were a bit vague. Providing more context might help build understanding and empathy from the reader.

    Furthermore, the line "I’ve carried the weight, without a sigh" could be expanded upon by showing, rather than telling, how the protagonist has shouldered this burden. Is it through physical labor, mental stress, or emotional struggles? Giving readers a more concrete image would deepen their emotional investment in the poem.

    Overall, you did a fantastic job combining imagery and emotion while maintaining the poem’s rhythm and rhyme. Your talent for painting vivid images and expressing deep emotions through your words is evident. Keep writing and honing your skills - can’t wait to read your next piece!     
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