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Review #4741493
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 Divided by Miles (A Lost Love Poem) Open in new Window. [E]
My friend suggested that I share this poem so it can receive the attention it deserves.
by MCrewDude Author Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
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Hi MCrewDude Author Icon,

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What I liked:

*Bulletr* The joyful feeling of love is clear from the very start of this poem. I love how it sounds almost like it is going to be a fantasy-style poem. I felt like kings and knights wouldn't have been amiss in there. I think I imagined that because of your writing, "He from east and she from west," along with the mention of a map. (Perhaps it also has something to do with the fact that I'm taking part in "Game of ThronesOpen in new Window. at the moment.)

*BulletR* The physical distance is tough. I'm from the UK, and so to say that the distance between east and west is too large wouldn't be the same as in the U.S. I can relate, though, because my husband is American, and lived in Tucson, AZ, and I lived in the south west of England, when we met.

*BulletR* The relationship between you and your friend is beautifully expressed. It is enhanced by the smooth delivery of each line. You have used an aabb, ccdd, etc. rhyme scheme, and this gives the poem a great fluidity. It flows off the tongue, and I love it when that happens.

*Bulletr* My favourite line is this: "To stand beside you under the Mojave sky." This creates such a lovely visual. I also love your parting line of, "For in each other’s hearts, we found a special place." I think most people will understand how it feels to find that person with whom they can be completely at peace.

Suggestions: I have a couple of minor grammar suggestions. "We grew close heart to heart." You need a comma after "close" because it doesn't read right without one. Also, "Sharing dreams, hopes, and the deepest fears." I think this line is a bit out of step with the overall rhythm of the poem. I would say you could fix it by either taking out "the" or by adding "of" between "deepest" and "fears." Lastly, I have a question, and please, tell me to mind my own business if you want. Have the two of you ever met in person? I'm fascinated to know. Your love story has captured my imagination.


Parting comments: This poem appealed to me greatly. I always admire people who can write lovingly about their loved ones. I find it incredibly difficult. You have written a beautiful poem, though.


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