literature

The Most Beautiful Smile

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The most beautiful smile I ever did see,
was not for a second directed at me.
He stood with praise and a gaze of thanks,
for everyone there among the ranks.

A hardwood casket came into view,
he waved a hand and bid adieu.
What a good act from a charitable boy,
moments like that fill my heart with joy.

He turned and smiled. I shed a tear
for the innocent child holding no fear.
He pointed and told me, 'That's my dad'
What an ugly week this boy must've had.

Acknowledging my pity, he took my hand,
"Don't cry for him lady, he knows where he stands."
Whispering with the wind, he looked at the sea,
"He'll forever be a hero to me."

The most beautiful smile I ever did see,
Sparked a new view of life within me.
Thanks a lot for reading :heart:
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:star::star::star::star: Overall
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:star::star::star::star::star-half: Technique
:star::star::star::star::star-half: Impact

I love this poem for the reasons of its theme and simplicity. Lets look into it in detail.

The theme was well presented; subtly yet not obscurely which has a strong impact on the reader. The story line as it proceeds it beautiful and brings emotions and teas to ones eyes so that in itself was well done. The idea itself was not the most unique but having been stated in this way I would say it was good enough.

The style of writing was very good; the meter and rhyme felt consistent and it was the main beauty of the work. The expressions and play of word is very important in such works since a person can at times put a wonderful idea in a pathetic manner. You managed to pull off beautifully.

Over all a great poem.