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| Review of The Muse's Garden by Ra M. Hello, Ra M. I am robrayl, and it's my pleasure to have read your story. My review of your story is as follows: ("These are my own opinions and do not reflect the views of all readers.") 📋 Relatable or not: Honestly, I had to read the poem a few times to really understand what it was trying to convey, and I think that's part of the magic. The way it describes creativity is wonderfully strange and captivating—each stanza feels like a new layer of how it feels to make something. Usually, I avoid using complex vocabulary in my own work because I want even someone new to the language to connect with what I write. The vocabulary in this poem wasn't too heavy, but I did find it a bit confusing at first—which, I realize now, fits perfectly with the theme. Creativity itself is confusing, unpredictable, and sometimes frustrating, but also so rewarding. This poem really nailed that rollercoaster of emotions. Anyone who’s ever tried to create—whether a painting, a song, or a story—will definitely connect with the ups and downs captured here. The whole point was to describe creativity in a creative way, and it did that brilliantly. ✒️ Poetic Form and Flow: I absolutely love how you’ve used the word “Like” throughout the poem—it creates a wonderful, rhythmic effect. That repetition pulls the reader in and holds their attention from start to finish. The way you play with the senses in lines like “smelling noises” and “listening to sights” is just fantastic, perfectly capturing that bizarre, magical mindset when creativity really takes over. The poetic flow is both bizarre and magical—just like the mental state when you’re deep in a creative zone. The repetition of “Like” really anchors the poem’s rhythm. I did notice that a few of the line breaks, especially in the final stanza, interrupted the flow a bit. For example: Like, curating your own being watering your wild garden, sticking to the roots of your truth. knowing the end before the beginning Maybe consider rephrasing it to give it even more impact—something like: Like, curating your own being, watering your wild garden, sticking to the roots of your truth— and knowing the end before the beginning. Of course, these are just small tweaks—the poem still works beautifully as it is! 🍀 Imagery and Metaphor: The images you use are just incredible. You've packed so much into this poem, from nature to daily life, and it all works together beautifully. The image of the "wild garden" is a perfect way to bring everything full circle. But what really sticks with me are the lines about "choosing which footsteps / can enter the mind" and "sticking to the roots / of your truth." It's a great reminder that being creative isn't just about waiting for ideas to hit you; it's about being in control of your own mind and staying true to yourself. Final Thoughts: "The Muse's Garden" is a powerful, honest, and truly beautiful poem. It's a deep dive into what creativity really feels like, and you've managed to make a big, abstract idea feel real and personal. So, that's it! Keep writing—you're on a good pace. Warm regards, Robrayl  My review has been submitted for consideration in "Good Deeds Get CASH!"  .
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You responded to this review 09/04/2025 @ 12:11pm EDT