Emotion

I am usually not a fan of acrostic poems, but I enjoyed reading this one in particular. I love the way each verse flows into the next, and the use of enjambment emphasises how the speaker is revealing their emotions naturally and fast-paced.

The aspect of this poem that makes it enjoyable is how strong it is. The phrase 'I can't take it anymore' clearly shows the mental state the speaker is in. That's what I love about your writing, strong (and often negative) feelings aren't concealed and are written exactly as they are. In addition to this, the readers can easily relate to this poem, as we have all experienced emotions.

The last two verses expose how no matter how hard you look at him, you cannot tell what he is feeling. It kind of juxtaposes the beginning verses, as they suggest that the emotional torment he is feeling would be visible externally. The contrast encourages the readers to imagine the character and how he is feeling, yet how his body doesn't reveal anything. That itself is really powerful and makes me think.

The only thing I would change is that I would add a full stop after 'judgement'. It would make the statement stronger and stand out more. You don't have to though, it's just what I would do.

Overall, I do like this poem. I think that many people (including myself) can easily relate to it and empathise with the character. <3