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An interesting poem. The vagueness of each verse keeps the reader guessing as to who or what is going on. Making the reader delve into each line and search for the answer as to who and what the poem is about.
With a comma, and then again capitalization in the same line, it reads almost as if someone gave direction to alter the format, and the two became intertwined. The capitalization does not fit the punctuation and is confusing for the reader.
Toward the ending, there is repetition with the conjunction and. This caused me to pause, interrupting the flow of the poem. I would suggest a comma and omitting the first use.
Some will tell you that punctuation is needed in poetry. Others will argue that it is not needed and makes no difference. Still, there will be those who say it is up to the particular poet and the poem itself. Personally, I feel that the way the verses flow down the page, that punctuation is necessary for this piece. Though without it, the message is still there, it just isn't as strong.
For me, I use to write poetry without any punctuation. Somewhere down the line someone gave me sound advice, and it made sense to me. The punctuation, or lack thereof in a poem, is the direction of the writer, guiding the reader. The punctuation is where the author wishes the reader to take a breath; to contemplate; to pause for dramatic effect. The lack of punctuation says the same thing, "Read in one breath, whether slow, or fast, down the page". To me, punctuation is the direction from the author to the reader. Use it, or don't, to your heart's desire and don't let anyone persuade you otherwise. However, if using it, be consistent throughout the piece. My personal opinion, this poem would benefit from consistentpunctuation, accompanied by proper capitalization.
Overall, I feel that, this is an intricate poem that is very elusive. It requires much thought and is very demanding of the reader.
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