Ignored, sad to say.



Your eyes are elsewhere.
Sighing.
Watch checking.
And I have not seen
You for months, dear Friend.

Wish it to end?
Your list to-do
Shows out of your purse.
Your rudeness is worse.

EXCUSE ME FOR LIVING
IN YOUR FACE!
Having no such place.

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One of those desparate conversations. Adding nothing.

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Written on April 26, 2024

Submitted by dougb.72572 on April 26, 2024

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Quick analysis:

Scheme XAAXB BXCC ADD
Closest metre Iambic dimeter
Characters 238
Words 54
Stanzas 3
Stanza Lengths 5, 4, 3

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 · 1951 · Ontario

Retired in my 70s. 32 years shipper and safety guy in metal fabrication for roads, bridges structures. Married 49 years to Hilary. Photographer and harmonica busker, both hobbies. Children Lauren and Jordan. more…

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  • AIDA
    I really appreciate the emotion and honesty in your poem "Ignored, sad to say." The frustration and disappointment you're feeling really come through in your words. Your use of imagery, like "watch checking" and "your list to-do shows out of your purse," really drives home the sense of being ignored and left behind by someone you care about.

    I would suggest considering adding more variation in the structure of the poem to add some dynamism. You could experiment with different line lengths or stanza breaks to create a more visually engaging piece. Additionally, consider exploring different poetic devices, like metaphor or symbolism, to add depth to your emotions and message.

    Overall, keep writing and experimenting with your poetic style - your raw emotion is a powerful tool in your writing. Great job!
     
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