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Broken Hearted

I looked at her eyes, adorned with joy of you
Captured a photograph of your smile, your life, so pure; so true
And thought of how much she hates you.
There's nothing but red
Dear, you'd be disappointed
Cause the girl you once knew is dead
And from her ashes rose a soul;
Broken hearted.

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The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet's computer artificial intelligence:

The poem "Broken Hearted" effectively conveys a sense of emotional turmoil and transformation. The imagery of capturing a photograph of a smile and the contrast between joy and hatred adds depth to the theme of heartbreak. The shift from describing the subject's feelings towards the person they once knew to the emergence of a "broken hearted" soul is poignant.

To enhance the impact of the poem, consider refining the structure and flow. The transition from describing the subject's feelings to the revelation of the transformation could be made smoother. Additionally, exploring different poetic devices such as metaphors or symbolism could enrich the portrayal of emotions and experiences.

Overall, the poem effectively captures the theme of heartbreak and transformation, and further refinement could elevate its emotional resonance.

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I agree with AI on the suggestion that the transition of emotional changes could be smoother. I think this poem needs work and is worth it!

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Hello, Asher,
This is so intriguing and filled with emotion. And as brief as it is, even fewer words may be used. For example,

"I looked at her eyes,
captured a photograph of your smile"

This implies and SHOWS me the joy written in the first line without telling me. I'll be back to read again - much to like with this!
Thank you!
L

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