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Ghostwind!

Down through the valley
the forests and trees.
A ghost wind blows
through the soft quaken leaves.
A river runs through it
and moves right along.
And hurries to sing
it’s harmonious song.
The folks in the down below,
start singing it too.
And wait for the ghost wind
to gently move through!

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

The poem "Ghostwind!" effectively uses natural imagery to evoke a sense of place and atmosphere. The wind, forests, and river are all vividly portrayed, creating a strong sense of the valley's physical environment.

However, the poem could benefit from a clearer thematic focus. The ghost wind is introduced as a significant element, but its symbolic or metaphorical significance is not fully developed. The final two lines suggest a connection between the ghost wind and the relationship between two people, but this connection could be made more explicit earlier in the poem to strengthen the overall thematic coherence.

The rhythm and rhyme scheme of the poem are generally consistent, contributing to the poem's musical quality. However, there are a few instances where the rhythm is disrupted, such as in the line "And hurries to sing it’s harmonious song." Adjusting the syllable count or word choice in these lines could improve the poem's rhythmic flow.

Lastly, the poem could benefit from a more varied vocabulary. Many of the words used to describe the natural environment, such as "valley," "forests," and "river," are quite common. Using more specific or unusual words could make the imagery more distinctive and memorable.

Overall, the poem has a strong sense of place and atmosphere, but could be improved by clarifying its thematic focus, refining its rhythm, and expanding its vocabulary.

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[occasionally]. ~ Geezer.
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I adjusted this one and thanks for the adlvice.

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