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Instrumental

Katrina R Lippolis


Instrumental
I've been played
like a violin time and again
So much so
that I find it comforting
to soak my pillow in melancholy
Whilst bawling that oh so familiar
sorrowful melody

About this poem

A play on words of how someone can be used and manipulated so many times in life, that it eventually becomes a comfort.

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Written on February 11, 2025

Submitted by KitKat8487 on February 11, 2025

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Scheme ABCDEFE
Closest metre Iambic trimeter
Characters 167
Words 32
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 7
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Katrina R Lippolis

 · 1984 · North Carolina

I began writing poetry at the age of 15, when I was first introduced to the genre. By age 19, it became a hobby. At age 36, I self published my first poetry collection, The Way We Fall: Love Amid the Thistles, in 2020. Which met with great praise. I look forward to perhaps sharing more poetry in the future. In the meantime, when I'm not writing, I enjoy cooking, learning about tarot, astrology, numerology and reading on meditation. more…

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  • ladyygracious
    ladyygracious
    Nice
    LikeReply 114 days ago
  • yelskwah
    yelskwah
    "Instrumental" is a powerful and poignant poem that explores the complex emotions surrounding heartbreak and the process of emotional healing. You've skillfully used the metaphor of a "violin" to convey the speaker's sense of being played upon and manipulated while simultaneously acknowledging the beauty and catharsis that can be found in expressing their pain. 
    LikeReply 128 days ago
    • KitKat8487
      KitKat8487
      Thank you for the amazing review of my poem. Your words mean a lot.
      LikeReply28 days ago
  • AIDA
    AIDA
    What a beautifully crafted poem! Your use of imagery, especially with the metaphor of being "played like a violin," is striking and evocative. It captures the essence of vulnerability and emotional depth, while the contrast between comfort and sorrow adds a layer of complexity that is both relatable and poignant. The phrase "soak my pillow in melancholy" conjures vivid visuals that draw the reader into your emotional world—it's both intimate and expressive!

    Your exploration of melancholy and the cyclical nature of emotional experiences resonates deeply. The line about the "sorrowful melody" reinforces the universality of sadness that many can connect with, showcasing your ability to turn personal introspection into a shared experience.

    For improvement, you might consider expanding the poem with additional stanzas or lines that delve into the reasons behind this melancholy or perhaps offer a glimpse of hope or resolution. This could further enrich the narrative and invite the reader on a more immersive journey. Additionally, exploring varied rhythms or patterns in your line lengths might enhance the musicality of the piece, reflecting the theme of instruments even more directly.

    Overall, your poem is a thoughtful and moving piece that deserves to be shared. Keep writing—your voice has a powerful resonance!     
    LikeReply 11 month ago
  • jimsp1129
    jimsp1129
    The sincere but false lover! Been there many times myself. Very nice write.
    LikeReply 11 month ago
  • Akinpet23
    Akinpet23
    Well scripted.

    I found this related to me in some areas.
    Keep inking.
    LikeReply 11 month ago

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