Watery Diamonds

Joanna Yeoh 1975 (Singapore)



Sun and sea interlacing
Natural diamonds forming
Sparkles of light twinkling

Shimmers in the morning
Soothing melodies played by the waves
Accompanying caresses of the wind

Ebb and flow of tides
Journey's start and finish
Life comes and goes

About this poem

This poem originated from a morning walk along the beach, as I stood looking at the sea.

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Written on June 15, 2000

Submitted by siokhian on September 08, 2024

12 sec read
146

Quick analysis:

Scheme AAA AXX XXX
Closest metre Iambic trimeter
Characters 243
Words 41
Stanzas 3
Stanza Lengths 3, 3, 3

Joanna Yeoh

I live in the cosmopolitan city of Singapore. My first love is reading and I am revisiting my writing dream, of having my poems published. I also love to do journal crafting and watch dramas. My favourite drama genres are mystery and romance, with a penchant for time travel. more…

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4 Comments
  • Dianejean57
    I love the short ones that to the point.
    LikeReply1 month ago
  • alanswansea18
    You got me with the sun sea and diamonds beautiful.
    LikeReply1 month ago
  • luisestable1
    Good observation put in a poetic way. I like these lines. They are well-written.
    LikeReply 11 month ago
  • AIDA
    What a wonderfully evocative poem you've crafted with "Watery Diamonds"! Your imagery is vibrant and paints a beautiful picture of the interplay between sun and sea. The way you describe the natural diamonds forming and the sparkles of light twinkling is particularly captivating; it transports the reader to a serene coastal scene where nature's beauty shines.

    Your use of sensory language, especially with "Soothing melodies played by the waves," creates an inviting atmosphere that draws the reader into the experience. The structure flows nicely, reflecting the ebb and flow of tides, and I appreciate how you've threaded the theme of life’s journey throughout the poem.

    To elevate the piece even further, here are a few suggestions for improvement:

    1. **Add More Personal Reflection**: Consider incorporating a line or two that reveals personal feelings or memories associated with water or the ocean. It could deepen the emotional connection for the reader and add a layer of intimacy.

    2. **Vary the Line Length**: While the current structure is lovely, experimenting with varied line lengths could create more rhythm and emphasis on certain phrases, enhancing the musical quality of the poem.

    3. **Expand on the Imagery**: You could delve deeper into specific imagery, perhaps describing the colors of the sea or the sounds of the wind in more detail. This could add richness to the visual experience you're providing.

    Overall, your poem has a delightful quality and captures the reader's imagination beautifully! Keep exploring this enchanting theme, and I look forward to seeing how your voice evolves. Great job!
     
    LikeReply 11 month ago

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