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Bon Fire

Bon Fire
Flames ignited
Burns with love from within
Sealing the bonds of my marriage
Firestorm

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The poem "Bon Fire" is a succinct piece that uses the metaphor of a fire to represent the passion and commitment in a marriage. The use of this metaphor is effective in conveying the intensity of the speaker's feelings. However, the poem could benefit from more detailed imagery and more complex language to further enrich its meaning.

The first line, "Flames ignited," is a clear and direct statement, but it could be made more interesting with the use of more descriptive language. For example, describing the color, heat, or movement of the flames could add depth to this image.

The second line, "Burns with love from within," is a good use of the fire metaphor to convey the speaker's emotions. However, the phrase "from within" is somewhat vague. It could be clarified by specifying what is burning with love. Is it the speaker's heart? Their soul? Their entire being?

The third line, "Sealing the bonds of my marriage," effectively communicates the purpose of the fire. However, the word "sealing" could be replaced with a more powerful verb to emphasize the strength of these bonds. Additionally, the poem could benefit from a description of these bonds. Are they made of gold, symbolizing value and permanence? Are they made of iron, symbolizing strength and resilience?

The final line, "Good light," is a simple and positive conclusion to the poem. However, it could be made more impactful with the use of more descriptive language. For example, describing the quality of the light or its effect on the surroundings could add depth to this image.

Overall, the poem effectively uses the metaphor of a fire to represent the speaker's feelings about their marriage. However, it could be improved with more detailed imagery and more complex language.

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Hello, Clentin,
A clever and loving cinquain - a likeness of a bonfire to your passionate marriage. I was following along with the build-up until the final line. I realize the last two syllables need to be another description of the first line, but certainly it is something stronger and more aflame than "good light." At this point, it seems it should be more about your love in your marriage than the literal bonfire. Something that makes the reader go "wow!" Just a suggestion, as I think this is a fantastic way to describe the relationship with someone we love so deeply.
Thank you!
L

Thank you for reading my poems and for you thoughts, comments and suggestions!
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I will look for a stronger synonym for the last line. Thank you!

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You are both very fortunate!
L

That is... burnin' awesome!
L

Thanks for the suggestion!

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WOW!!!
it is amazing how changing one word can make a good poem explosive!!! Bravo!

*hugs, Cat

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Thank you for reading my poems and for you thoughts, comments and suggestions!
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Got the suggestion to make the last line more emphatic

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