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

The poem "Second Chance (My Image of the)" effectively uses narrative and rhyme to convey a deeply personal and transformative experience. The narrative structure is clear and the progression of events is easy to follow, which aids in reader engagement.

However, the poem could benefit from more varied and evocative language. The language used is quite straightforward, which can limit the emotional impact of the poem. For example, "It was the year I nearly died / When all my family members cried" could be rephrased with more descriptive language to evoke a stronger emotional response.

The rhyme scheme is consistent throughout the poem, which gives it a rhythmic quality. However, some lines feel forced to fit the rhyme scheme, which can disrupt the flow of the poem. For example, "No said the warming angelic voice / You do not have a real choice" could be reworked to maintain the rhyme without compromising the natural rhythm of the language.

The poem also uses repetition effectively, particularly with the recurring image of December. This serves to reinforce the significance of the event and its lasting impact on the speaker. However, the repetition of "My soul suddenly returned to my chest / My eyes opened while I laid at rest" feels redundant and could be replaced with new information or imagery to keep the reader engaged.

Finally, the poem could benefit from a more nuanced exploration of the speaker's transformation. The final lines suggest a significant change, but this change is not fully explored in the poem. Providing more details about how the speaker's life has changed could add depth to the poem and make the transformation feel more real and impactful to the reader.

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Hello, Clentin,
Wow! An amazing experience! Very inspiring and comforting.

Your rhyme pattern flowed so easily all the way through - it made me really wish that last couplet had a true rhyme. Yet still, a reassuring experience!
Thank you,
L