The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet's computer artificial intelligence:

This poem effectively employs vivid imagery and metaphor to convey a sense of despair and hopelessness. The use of color, particularly "crimson," and the stark contrast between "heaven" and "hell" enhance the emotional depth of the piece.

However, the poem could benefit from more varied sentence structure. The majority of the lines are short and declarative, which can make the rhythm monotonous. Experimenting with longer sentences or varying the placement of line breaks could introduce more dynamism into the poem.

The transition between the third and fourth stanzas is abrupt. The introduction of the father's grave seems to come from nowhere, and it's not clear how it relates to the preceding stanzas. Providing some context or foreshadowing could help this transition feel more natural.

The final stanza is powerful, but it risks romanticizing self-harm. It's important to handle such sensitive topics with care. Consider revising this stanza to maintain the emotional impact without potentially causing distress to readers who may have personal experience with this issue.

Finally, the poem could benefit from more exploration of the speaker's emotional state. While the despair is clear, the reasons for it are vague. Providing more specific details could make the speaker's situation more relatable and compelling.

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Just...wow!

As Kristen said. A truly powerful evocative poem

The way you started the poem was so powerful but it wasn't until I got to the end that I understood how powerful. It was vibrant from the start. "Crimson drops forming" and "Beneath a ravaged sun" all speak of intensity. But the ending: "Nothing at all" spoke loudest. Well done on writing about such a difficult subject. I hope you are growing strong, using your poems as reflective therapy. It was very good. Ruby :) xx

is an open wound here. I know that you will survive, you are a survivor. Remember, me and Wendy love you and are glad to have you in our lives. So, keep hanging in there. ~ Geez.