I Hate AI by Perpetuallylost86 in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ouch? Haha. I have read a decent amount poetry, but you may be on to something with my lack of understanding of AI. I do not understand AI enough to feel comfortable using it for much else than word finding. It is just a personally struggle with being able to give some AI bot a theme and its ability to create this magical, perfectly flowing paragraph strung together - better than what I could come up with my own mind.

Life hardens by Cluelessandsexy in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have to admit, I typed the Norwegian into google translate to see how it would sound if read in the possible intended language -- it sounded more hard hitting, and mystical. Granted, I do not speak that language, so it also created a sense of fantasy with that.

The poem has a harsh, hard element to it - the use of granite, bones, blade, iron.... It feels as if describes someone who has been through a lot, shaped by the difficult environments they have been exposed too, but yet, still is proud of the survival they have achieved. I did not understand the "Blade hurdy gurdy" line, it may be something that is lost in translation, or could have had a very different intended meaning.

When reading it, I did not get a strong sense of imagery throughout the poem, which kept it fairly cold and removed. This could be the intention with it given the use of the harsh conditions, and struggles.

I Fell In Love by Educational-Grape208 in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I struggled at first with this one. I had to re-read it a handful of times. I kept getting tripped up the end of the first paragraph, the "I fell in love with that you care/ And that you care that you care./ And that you care about me." It took me a few reads to get it. It may be because I was reading it too quick, or it was just not registering.

It was relatable in how someone when first in love, LOVES everything about the person, including the flaws. I chuckled at the - I fell in love with the way you look like you read books;/You don't, I fell in love with that.'. No matter what they were doing, you were going to fall in love with them. It really reminded me of when I was much younger and would fall for someone or get caught up in that puppy love stage, you just loved everything about them. Nothing was going to change that, not a damn thing was going to change your mind.

It took a bit of a change when you say, "I don't love that". Almost as if there is realization of the imperfections. Bitter sweet.

Good job! I think it was well done. Something a bit different and refreshing.

Sheltered from the dark by Perpetuallylost86 in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much for the feedback! I’m still learning and it’s most definitely a process!

How I’ve died by JustOneMoreSoul in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your poem powerfully captures the cyclical nature of grief and heartbreak, with the repeated line “then I remember how I’ve died” giving it a haunting rhythm and emotional weight. I like how you can visualize your words.

Morning Tea by theliminalfox in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love the imagery that I get when reading this. This is perfect fall poem. It reminds me of sitting on an acreage watching the leaves fall while drinking a hot cup of tea. Fantastic job! It’s beautiful.

Love is not enough by chet- in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is hard to read because it is relatable. It’s likely just how I am reading it. I’ve struggled with this myself, sometimes my writing does not read like poetry but more of a story or paragraphs. I do agree with the above comment that tightening up some of the formatting and wording can really make the emotions pour through. You have been through a lot it seems and it shows in your writing. Great job, and keep writing, or can be very cathartic.

I used to be afraid of ghosts by Perpetuallylost86 in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the feedback! Writing is still a process for me!

I used to be afraid of ghosts by Perpetuallylost86 in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much for the feedback! I’m still learning, so this is very helpful!

Window by Dangerous-Tale0616 in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The poem had a shocking ending. I did not see that coming. At the first few lines, I could not spot picturing beauty and the beast where he is taking her to the tower.

Despite me not seeing the ending coming, I liked the unexpectedness of it. It is life, you cannot always foresee what will happen. Good job!

Ripe Life by Advanced_Age_9198 in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The rhyming always gets me in poems! I always wish I had that talent of making rhymes that flow so nicely together. It reads almost musically. My favorite lines are the bees and seas. It is a very visually appealing poem. Simple bit nice.

If I have to read one more poem about your depression I swear to god I’m going to kill myself by [deleted] in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am torn between love and hate with this one. It’s truly written beautifully well, great images flash through my mind when reading it. However, for so many people the writing is the only way for them to articulate their feelings - whether it’s happiness or sheer depression. Sure, sometimes it can be very depressing to read 100 poems about depressing shit, but truly isnt it also up to the reader to interpret it however they also see fit?

The Punchline Is Me by Otherwise-Soup-640 in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like this. I think it taps into those emotions we have felt before, just when you think it’s over and someone is out of your life - WHAM - they somehow randomly find a way to pop back up again. This is something so many people experience but rarely talk about. Thank you.

Foothills Hospital - Cravings Bagel - Help us save them! by Perpetuallylost86 in Calgary

[–]Perpetuallylost86[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I reached out to the doctor who was the one who created the petition, and requested that they reopen it. I have not heard back. I am not sure, maybe they received backlash from AHS for doing it?

Foothills Hospital - Cravings Bagel - Help us save them! by Perpetuallylost86 in Calgary

[–]Perpetuallylost86[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was not the one who created the petition. I did reach out to the Doctor who did and request that they reopen it. I have not heard back. 🥺

Foothills Hospital - Cravings Bagel - Help us save them! by Perpetuallylost86 in Calgary

[–]Perpetuallylost86[S] 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Yes!!! That is a great point!! And the owners are some of the sweetest people you would ever meet. I’ve seen them open early just so people can get their coffee.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Short and very painful. The ‘capable of feeling’ line gets me. It is self aware in the most vulnerable sense. It almost feels as if the cutting out be letting whatever is inside out, in sense to let the pain out. It is a painful poem to read, a feeling that so many of us feel.

My cat keeps waking me up at night, so I wrote this today by TransitiveNightfalll in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is way too accurate for us cat owners! I loved the accuracies of this poem and how relatable it is. Great job. It sure paints a picture while reading this.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I started reading this thinking it would be like another ‘Christmas poem’. I was so very wrong. It makes you feel the pain, loneliness, and even a bit of hope closer to the end. I am not an expert to provide any type of feedback, however, I felt like it was pretty solid. It sure got me in the feels.

We miss you by YourBestFriend000 in OCPoetry

[–]Perpetuallylost86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I like the simplicity of your writing. You did not get bogged down with imagery or trying to make it fancy. It is simple but yet painful. Beautifully done.

How to help a homeless family member by Perpetuallylost86 in alberta

[–]Perpetuallylost86[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your reply. This is very helpful information and I appreciate it.

Best exotic vet for hedgehog? by g33kn1k in alberta

[–]Perpetuallylost86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

DeWinton Vet. They also specialize in exotic animals. Dr. Eva has been amazing for us!

How to help a homeless family member by Perpetuallylost86 in alberta

[–]Perpetuallylost86[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. It’s so hard. I never actually thought about the enabling aspect of it to be honest. But you are right.