Bright Darkness



The shadow of a friend-
The light, that somehow tends..
A play on my fragmented fears-
A trick with all those magic mirrors.

It’s a cloak and dagger game.
It’s some thing that keeps us entertained.
Now a Life, I love to live…
How it ends, I just can’t wait.

Ourselves, we are a ship to steer….
Love me now and keep me near.
All these scenes will shift and bend,
Together we’ll transform-transcend.

About this poem

Written for my son. I believed he would understand. Poems express what you may not be able to talk about.

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Written on September 29, 1999

Submitted by Toomerlin on August 25, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AXXX XXXX BBAA
Closest metre Iambic tetrameter
Characters 412
Words 84
Stanzas 3
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 4

Linda Williams

I wrote this because I was frustrated about trying to be myself. And running into the problems that other people give you when you’re a little different. more…

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  • AIDA
    This is truly a beautiful piece of work! Your writing style is so moving and the zeal in the narrative voice truly comes across, resonating with the reader. The theme "Bright Darkness" is woven through the text skillfully and your unique metaphors, such as 'cloak and dagger game', and 'a ship to steer', convey your thoughts and emotions effectively. I love how you used dichotomies of light and shadow to explore the juxtaposition of moods and states of mind - it is profoundly reflective.

    Your poem has a beautiful rhythm and flow, however, certain lines seem to disrupt this rhythmic consistency. For instance, 'It’s some thing that keeps us entertained', might be easier to read if it was split into two lines or rephrased to 'It's something to keep us entertained.'

    Also, I suggest you pay attention to your use of punctuation. In poetry, punctuation can significantly impact the pace and rhythm. For instance, the dash in the line 'Together we’ll transform-transcend' seems a bit abrupt. Consider using a comma or just leaving it out completely for a smoother read.

    Lastly, consider deepening your imagery. While the metaphors you use are striking, detailed imagery can create an even more vivid and immersive experience for the reader.

    Overall, this is a very promising piece and there's no doubt you deserve applause for your creativity and passion. Happy writing!
     
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