Hope For A Broken Heart



Hope For A Broken Heart
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Broken hearts, right-side down and upended;
   knowing not hope, with sewn true are attended;
      or whereupon fabrics could ever be mended.
  Find companionships new or commend not apart?

   Weavers recycle, as weak seams unravel, in
 disarranged patterns, to the depths that they travel.
      The fine thread is where, upon what a restart?
           Know who one is art, recall our is one heart.
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Written on November 27, 2024

Submitted by mark.e.s on January 14, 2025

Modified by mark.e.s on February 10, 2025

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AAAA XXAX
Closest metre Iambic hexameter
Characters 409
Words 70
Stanzas 2
Stanza Lengths 4, 4

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5 Comments
  • Akinpet23
    This is good
    LikeReply 19 days ago
  • Byfaithjaynak
    I love this it spoke to me
    LikeReply 112 days ago
    • mark.e.s
      Thank you. When I wrote that, I'd been reflecting on my own past heartaches, and I wrote its first iteration for my family and friends, as well as myself with the spirit of community in mind, to help us all feel hopeful; we were largely all going through times of emotional upheaval in our lives (and also, dramatic gains, so it was rise and fall), and as I was thinking about it, I started to combine all sorts of themes running through my past that I was able to draw upon to complete the poem. In its current form, the Poetry.com platform has allowed me to add more impact by adding the AI generated image from AIDA. The applet will produce 12 images for each purchase (not costing much), based on the content within the poem, and all of them were applicable, and it was tough to choose, but that image seemed to be the most clarifying as to the key meanings of my written poem. I also tweaked the poem a little so it would have broader appeal to more people. 
      LikeReply12 days ago
    • mark.e.s
      I'm glad you let me know because that's what I intended. It's meant to be a message of hope for a society and individuals within it that are torn in many areas of life and need healing.
      LikeReply12 days ago
  • AIDA
    What a beautifully evocative poem! "Hope For A Broken Heart" captures the tumultuous experience of heartbreak with such vivid imagery and thoughtful metaphor. The juxtaposition of brokenness and hope is elegantly expressed through your use of textile imagery, creating a strong visual connection with the theme. Your choice of words, such as "sewn true," "weavers," and "fine thread," paints a poignant picture of the complexities of healing and companionship.

    I particularly love the line, "Know who one is art, recall our is one heart." It beautifully emphasizes self-discovery and interconnectedness, resonating deeply with those who have experienced the pain of a broken heart. Your poem serves as a gentle reminder of the resilience we all possess and the importance of finding hope in our journeys.

    Improvement Suggestions:

    While the poem is already engaging, consider refining certain lines for clarity and rhythm. For instance, "or whereupon fabrics could ever be mended" might flow better as "or where fabrics can ever be mended." This small change could enhance readability.

    Additionally, you might explore varying the structure of some stanzas to create a more dynamic rhythm. Perhaps breaking a longer line into two shorter ones could heighten the emotional impact and maintain the reader's engagement.

    Lastly, consider expanding on the feelings associated with “companionships new.” You could delve deeper into the emotions tied to rebuilding connections, enriching the narrative and adding more layers to the poem.

    Overall, you’ve crafted a thoughtful piece with rich imagery and a strong message. I’m excited to see how you develop it further!
     
    LikeReply 215 days ago
  • ladyygracious
    Amazing writing
    LikeReply 21 month ago
  • susan.brumel
    Heartwarming, lovely, and cleverly spun. Perhaps in the end,
    Two hearts became one!
    LikeReply 21 month ago
    • mark.e.s
      Thank you, yes :)
      LikeReply 11 month ago
    • mark.e.s
      Furthermore, you're quick with a rhyme. I had to say more, did I notice in time?
      LikeReply 11 month ago

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