HAPPY WDC ACCOUNT ANNIVERSARY!!! from "Anniversary Reviews" Celebrating your writing this month with a review. Happy Account Anniversary Stormy Lady ,, I’m on a review raid of your portfolio, acknowledging your 23 years at WDC. "Rainy Night" unfolds as a sensory tapestry, painting an intimate scene through the evocative interplay of words. The poem begins with a concise enumeration of atmospheric elements—soft music, gentle rain, crackling fire, and champagne—setting the stage for a sensory journey that unfolds with rhythmic grace. Stylistically, your poem embraces simplicity and repetition, creating a hypnotic cadence that mirrors the rhythmic patter of raindrops. The repeated refrain of "Soft music, Gentle rain, Crackling fire, And champagne" not only establishes a musical quality but also serves as a structural device, anchoring the reader in the sensory experience. This repetition contributes to the immersive nature of the poem, enhancing the reader's ability to feel the ambiance described. Thematically, this piece revolves around the essence of a romantic encounter on a rainy night. The juxtaposition of elements like "rolling thunder" and "playful night" captures the dual nature of the scene—both charged with energy and infused with a sense of delight. The progression from "enchanted smiles" to "delightful sin" hints at the transformative and sensual nature of the moment, portraying love as a nuanced interplay of emotions. Poetic devices, such as alliteration create a harmonious flow, mirroring the seamless blending of elements in the scene. The use of personification, as seen in "passions soaring" and "raging fires," imbues abstract concepts with vivid life, intensifying the emotional landscape of the poem. There may be more opportunities to play with the sounds through other poetic devices. Suggestions for enhancement might include expanding on specific details within the scene to deepen the reader's connection to the moment. Describing the aroma of the rain, the warmth of the fire, or the taste of the champagne could amplify the sensory experience. Also, considering variations in line length or experimenting with stanza breaks could add a dynamic element to the form, further complementing the ebb and flow of the depicted night. All in all, an impactful poem that visually and harmonically come together. A pleasure. Sincerely, Brian WDC Angel Army and Aniversary Reviewer My review has been submitted for consideration in "Good Deeds Get CASH!" .
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