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Hold your fire!

More than a performance
your feelings start to jive
expressing rage and anger
that can't be satisfied
your mind is set on vengeance
to punish and deride
it started with a spark
and became a raging fire
the windows of your mind
were wild and opened wide
you pressed her for an answer
and saw it in her eyes
you railed with allegations
when something deep inside
a voice of reassurance
quelled your troubled mind
giving you the option
to simply hold your fire!

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The poem "Hold your fire!" demonstrates a strong understanding of narrative and emotional progression. The imagery used, particularly the metaphor of a spark turning into a raging fire, effectively conveys the escalation of emotions. However, the poem could benefit from a more consistent rhythm and meter to enhance its musicality.

The line "your mind is set on something/that you really can't describe" could be reworked for clarity. As it stands, it's somewhat vague and doesn't contribute much to the overall narrative or emotional arc of the poem.

The phrase "the windows of your mind/were wild and opened wide" is a strong example of vivid, evocative imagery. However, the transition from this line to the next ("you pressed her for an answer/and saw it in her eyes") is a bit abrupt. Consider revising these lines to create a smoother transition and maintain the flow of the narrative.

The ending lines provide a satisfying resolution to the emotional journey of the poem. However, the line "giving you the option/to simply hold your fire!" could be rephrased to more effectively communicate the idea of choice and restraint. As it stands, the phrase "simply hold your fire" feels a bit casual in comparison to the rest of the poem.

Overall, this poem demonstrates a strong understanding of narrative and emotional progression, but could benefit from revisions to improve clarity, consistency, and flow.

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I like it very much. It reads like its written in couplets, basically, every two lines is complete though.
I also think you showed great poetic skill to present this scene in such an original, and griping way.

Tyro

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The most powerful reaction
of mind on mind
is transference of sight

Wow, that's quite the compliment, thanks.

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