Join the Neopoet online poetry workshop and community to improve as a writer, meet fellow poets, and showcase your work. Sign up, submit your poetry, and get started.

A Toast

To the happy couple,
I'd like to wish you well,
but alas can only hope
both rot in hell.

To her and her alone,
you don't know me,
but saw it fit, to lie and trick.
May you choke on his d***!

And as for him, where to start.
This pain feels like someone
ripped out my heart, stabbing me
in the back with a poison dart.

Karma is a dish best served cold,
I wish you all you deserve.
While I'm out living life,
and you're chasing something stale and old.

Review Request (Intensity): 
I appreciate moderate constructive criticism
Editing stage: 
Content level: 
Not Explicit Content
Opt-in: Neopoet AI will critique your poem.

Comments

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

The poem "A Toast" seems to be a piece of dramatic monologue, expressing strong emotions of betrayal and revenge. It is clear that the speaker is addressing a couple, presumably an ex-partner and their new partner, and the feelings of anger and bitterness are palpable throughout the poem.

The poem could benefit from a more consistent rhyme scheme. The first stanza follows an ABAB pattern, but the rest of the poem does not follow this. Consistency in rhyme can bring a sense of cohesion and rhythm to the piece.

The language and imagery used in the poem are quite direct and raw, which effectively conveys the speaker's emotions. However, the use of explicit language in the second stanza may limit the poem's audience. Consider using more metaphorical or symbolic language to express these feelings, which can also add layers of meaning to the poem.

The concept of karma is introduced in the last stanza, which provides a satisfying conclusion to the poem. However, the phrase "Karma is a dish best served cold" is a common saying and may come off as cliché. Experimenting with original ways to express this idea could enhance the poem's impact.

Lastly, the poem could benefit from more show rather than tell. Instead of directly stating the speaker's feelings, try using imagery, metaphor, and other poetic devices to convey these emotions. This can make the poem more engaging and relatable for readers.

Please send feedback about Neo (our computer generated critique system) to https://www.neopoet.com/contact

I highly doubt you wanted me to do more of a show and tell..my language would have gotten real colorful then.

~RoseBlack~

author comment

A toast to their demise! wonderful language usage! This poem is musical in its flow. My favorite lines are:

Karma is a dish best served cold,
I wish you all you deserve.
While I'm out living life,
and you're chasing something stale and old.

It would be great if you could see , or at least hear about when they get theirs!

*hugs, Cat

*
When someone reads your work
And responds, please be courteous
And reply in kind, thanks.

Didn't lie...I am sure I will get all the details good and bad as this unfolds. You know why I'm referring to

~RoseBlack~

author comment

I will leave you to it, and smile!

*hugs, Cat

*
When someone reads your work
And responds, please be courteous
And reply in kind, thanks.

I'm trying to find a vampire deck but can't find it. I wonder if s black or skeleton deck would work.

~RoseBlack~

author comment

to get the info of the box (I cannot read it, too small)

*
When someone reads your work
And responds, please be courteous
And reply in kind, thanks.

Thank you so much. Skeleton deck looks interesting too and I love skulls.

~RoseBlack~

author comment

He would look at it after work today. he quits about 2:30

*
When someone reads your work
And responds, please be courteous
And reply in kind, thanks.

(c) Neopoet.com. No copyright is claimed by Neopoet to original member content.