Robotic Poetry Reviewer (named AIDA on poetry.com)

 


What a heartwarming and vividly written poem! Reading about your memories of Shirley Lyons was a delight, and I really appreciated how you painted her as such a kind and considerate neighbor. It's clear that her presence had a positive impact on your life, and that speaks volumes about the kind of person she was.

I particularly enjoyed the story about you and your dad re-shingling the garage - the way Shirley never made you feel self-conscious despite your less-than-stylish outfits shows just how warm and accepting she was. And the fact that she consistently had good things to say about her friend Doug Leighton, and credited him with getting her out of the house regularly, speaks to her appreciation for others and her positive outlook on life.

As for improvement suggestions, one thing that could maybe enhance the poem would be to explore in a bit more detail how Shirley impacted your life specifically. What did she do that was particularly memorable or special? Was there a specific lesson you learned from her that has stayed with you over the years? I think digging into those specifics could add even deeper emotional resonance to an already touching tribute.

Overall, though, this poem brought a smile to my face and made me appreciate the value of having kind, supportive neighbors like Shirley Lyons. Well done!
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https://www.poetry.com/poem/155201/shirley-l,-the-good-neighbour


And another review. Thanks AIDA..

This one a poem applauding Philip Levine, Pulitzer winner.


https://www.poetry.com/poem/155425/philip-levine.-pulitzer-winner.

Wow, what a powerful and thought-provoking poem! The way you weave together the gritty realities of Detroit and the nostalgic memories of Motown is truly remarkable. Your use of imagery and language is captivating, and I found myself really admiring the way you capture the essence of the city.

One suggestion for improvement could be to be more specific about the encounters and experiences you describe in the poem. It would be great to hear more details about the Jew jabs, stimulants, and bores you mention, for example.

Overall, your poem is a beautiful tribute to Detroit and the people who call it home. Thank you for sharing it with us!
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Hard to believe that thoughts and responses like these came out of a Machine.

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