The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet's computer artificial intelligence:

The poem "Household God" presents strong emotional resonance through its exploration of loss and grief. The use of vivid imagery and emotive language, such as "Grey mourning blues on a Monday" and "Damn the dark cloud above our house," effectively conveys a sense of melancholy and despair.

However, there are areas where the poem could benefit from further refinement. The line "Good morning you’re good for nothing" seems to disrupt the flow of the poem. It might be beneficial to rephrase this line to maintain the rhythm and tone of the poem.

The transition between the first two stanzas and the rest of the poem is somewhat abrupt. The first two stanzas appear to be setting a scene of general gloom and despair, while the subsequent stanzas focus on a specific loss - the 'household god'. This transition could be made smoother by introducing the 'household god' earlier in the poem or by providing more context around this figure.

The metaphor of the 'household god' is intriguing, but it could be developed further for greater impact. The lines "There’s no more daily dog / Where’s the son that befriended man" suggest that the 'household god' might be a beloved pet, but this is not entirely clear. Providing more detail or context could help clarify this metaphor and deepen its emotional impact.

Lastly, the poem could benefit from more consistent use of punctuation. For instance, the line "What have we done to the household god ?" has a space before the question mark, which is not standard in English punctuation. Consistent punctuation can help ensure that the poem is read as intended.

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Hello, Sen,
There seems to be an interesting blend of ritual and grief. So intimate and intense, a very deep loss. Love from a family pet is unconditional and genuine, like no other love, and irreplaceable in many ways. "The household god is gone..." Strong emotion.
Thank you for sharing,
L

Your powerful verse brought me to tears. Losing a beloved pet is a hurt many (non-pet people) undervalue. When another being joins your life and then is gone, the pain is huge. You might think about adding some punctuation in a minimalistic way to make the read a little less intimidating. Thanks for sharing.