The X-Factor

X marks the spot

It’s stitched on her breast

Spent many a-day searching

Now I’ve finally found the chest

 

A chest full of treasure

In which the spoils I behold

A flame that burns inside

Shall never grow old

 

Let us relish in this day

And live one thousand more

X marks the spot

Like an eagle, my heart soars

Author's Note

My friends and I came up with this phrase, The X-Factor. It's when a girl possesses subtle qualities and intangible traits and mannerisms that can cause a man to smile or laugh for no apparent reason. This is an ode to those who possess The X-Factor.

Reviews

[Alrick]

ahh, the note at the end made all the difference for me. Now i understand the hidden treasure chest type analogy of the poem, and once again i find it incredibly satisfying to read. no boring parts to it, just a quizzical questioning that wants to know more about what's buried under the X. This poem by itself is enough to cause a smile! :)

[allie_arrowz]

aww this is a cute. great writing, too.
:)

[Harley (arbiter)]

Huh. Well I like it but nah not ya best. But I do like how you're like saluting girls who have this "X-Factor" as ya call it.

[Amelie]

Hmm, It felt sorta awkward to read through it, and kinda silly with the last verse. Maybe it could've worked out well with the whole x-factor concept if you put in a colloquial tone to it, this is upon referencing to your note.

[afra]

awwwww so sweet

[kayla]

I like this. It's cute.

[Marissa]

it's okay...it's a little different but um sometimes different can be good

[w]

I hate to do it, but I agree with maidahl. Not your best piece by far.

[Laura Maidah]

I'm so sorry. It's so corny, I don't get it. The syntax? Inverted tone. It's pretty old school, but juxtaposed with the topic, it's pretty corny. Again, sorry. Not my favorite.

[Jordan A. Wilson]

It's just one of my most straightforward pieces. No worries though, it's all gravy.

[Mazie Tackett]

interesting "its stitched on her breast" that sounds like it hurts lol jk