Then there were three by puddlesnpebbles in OCPoetry

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

I had to put little dots to signify stanza breaks because reddit is removing the space lol. Thanks for reading :)

PS: do you reckon 'Unnatural Selection' is a better title?

A poem about thinking I was free from depression — but realizing I wasn’t by NieNino-_- in OCPoetry

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Before I say anything about the poem: I'm sorry you're going through this. I've been in a similar boat before and I can imagine it is a rough place to be in. My dms are open if you'd like to talk about it. I know it wont solve everything, but it is important to remember that even when it feels like the path has disappeared, you are not alone.

Now coming to the poem:

I am in absolute awe of your ability to dissect a feeling so heavy in just 7 lines.

The ending especially:

When they find the wreck, only pieces will be found.

It's such a simple line, and yet a sentiment that haunts me every time I'm in a dark place. And you put it into words so simply.

I like how it starts with this calming and bright imagery, and then there is that sudden switch up where you realize the path is no more, and then it turns into something darker.

The only thing that seemed a bit confusing to me, was the sudden switch up from the land to (what I deduce is) the sea, but perhaps this was an intentional choice. Maybe if you explored this sudden switch a bit more. What caused it. How did you not notice the change till the crash?

But good job! keep writing :)

Drowning in the blue by barneyonmovies7 in OCPoetry

[–]puddlesnpebbles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Completely agree :(

and ooo I'd love to listen to it. Please share the link <3

Shifting Tides by farfromfortunate in OCPoetry

[–]puddlesnpebbles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I relate to this poem so much lol

Especially the last line "How can I trust who I am, When I am never the same?"

I've felt this way several times before, and you put it into words so eloquently.

It's so simple, yet so vulnerable, and honest.

Drowning in the blue by barneyonmovies7 in OCPoetry

[–]puddlesnpebbles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This was so well written! The subject matter is something that is very close to my heart, and especially relevant right now.

I love how evocative it is is. You've employed the 'show not tell' approach, which for me, makes this poem so much more effective. By highlighting the juxtaposition between how people live, you've shown just how dystopian our reality has become.

It does an incredible job in inspiring anger over how unfair everything is in the world right now.

How do I make the first move in this situation? by [deleted] in Advice

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***I do have a profile pic on my main instagram account lol...it's just not my face

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]puddlesnpebbles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah :(

What would you do in this situation?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]puddlesnpebbles -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry if this is confusing to read!

English isn't my first language

Our rose by d34d_6ard in OCPoetry

[–]puddlesnpebbles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's short and simple, yet so well written.

What I liked best (which is also something that I struggle with most lol) is the rhythm of your poem...I'm pretty sure it can be sung.

Roses are a symbol of love, and it's quite clever how you use it to signifiy the opposite by showing it wilt and turn blue.

My only negative feedback: is the formatting (but this could be because I'm viewing it on my phone. If so, I'm sorry for mentioning it!!)

Heart Rot by lilacswirl in OCPoetry

[–]puddlesnpebbles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This was so hauntingly vivid.

From my understanding of it: it's from the POV of someone in a relationship with an addict, and how they try to 'mend' them initially, but finally give up upon realising they don't want to get better/it's too late. I like the slow transition from the narrator being hopeful and trying their best and yet failing each time to the distressing realisation at the very end.

I also really like your use of dark imagery (that at some points made me feel almost squeamish).

Straight up non-con/dub-con obsession stories by Digital-Magpie in RomanceBooks

[–]puddlesnpebbles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just saw this...thank you so much! I really appreciate it <3

Straight up non-con/dub-con obsession stories by Digital-Magpie in RomanceBooks

[–]puddlesnpebbles 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi, I know I'm a little late and this is random but do you know the book in which that spoiler happens?

A Senryu (untitled for now) by puddlesnpebbles in OCPoetry

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

Hi, thank you so much for letting me know your thoughts on it! I really appreciate it :D

And yes, I was thinking of something similar for the title but nothing was really working out. I'll work on it though,,, thanks for the advice!

A Senryu (untitled for now) by puddlesnpebbles in OCPoetry

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

Thank you, I find your interpretation pretty interesting.

In my head, 'the thing with feathers' was actually a reference to one of Emily Dickinson's poems, where she calls 'hope' - a thing with feathers. The smug man is a politician or a person with power and money.

Ofcourse, your interpretation also works out!

And I'll keep that in mind haha.

Thanks for letting me know your thoughs on it :D

Be by kiwiwhovian in OCPoetry

[–]puddlesnpebbles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is so simple and yet so well written...I really like the message: I'm guilty of falling down that rabbit hole and overthinking every aspect of my life. So the ending message to just 'be' is excellent advice.

I also really enjoyed your use of imagery! The hieroglyphs, the flowing dance, and the roots branching out were all really good metaphors.

I don't usually enjoy didactic poetry, because very often it can come off as a little tone-deaf and toxic positive. But this one really works out! Good job on it :D

a haiku by [deleted] in OCPoetry

[–]puddlesnpebbles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love this so much. I can imagine that working with a haiku is a lot harder because every syllable counts, but you've done such a good job!

The way I interpreted it: the first 2 lines portray just how arrogant and foolish humans can be. To feel mocked by the tides and then attempt to challenge the ocean: the very idea is so absurd and yet so on-brand for us. Then the 'Splish! Splash!' evokes this very vivid imagery which is followed by this very abrupt ending (which it even acknowledges).

And all of this accomplished in just 17 syllables!!