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

The poem "What's in a motive?" explores the theme of motives and their influence on human behavior. The use of metaphors and similes, such as "Motives move like lightning down a broken path" and "They change just like the seasons", effectively conveys the fleeting and unpredictable nature of motives.

However, the poem could benefit from more consistent rhythm and rhyme scheme. The inconsistent meter makes the poem feel disjointed and can distract the reader from the message.

The poem also seems to shift in tone and subject matter towards the end, starting with an exploration of motives and moving to a reflection on childhood and self-judgment. This shift could be made smoother or more clearly connected to the initial theme to maintain coherence throughout the poem.

Lastly, the use of the word "untoward" in the final line seems somewhat out of place. While it's understood that the poet is referring to undesirable or negative motives, the word "untoward" is typically used to describe something improper or indecent, which might not be the most accurate description for motives. A more precise word could enhance the clarity of the poem's conclusion.

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I see that you have been talking to yourself through you comments section! Did you get any answers? I really liked what you wrote in the (Last few words section) I hav not got any answers yet, either...

*hugs, Cat

Hello, Leslie,
Yes! I have wondered that a lot, actually. (And sometimes I am disappointed with myself when I figure it out.) But we are human. Like Cat, I enjoyed your final few words. Your poem has made me think about a thing or two!
Thank you!
L