When April descends, it brings with it National Poetry month. I love the idea of a month entirely dedicated to poetry as it seems we turn to poetry in the best of times and the worst of times. I have a hunch it can belong in the in-between times too. With poetry, we all have… Continue reading Poetry as Necessity- Is that a Poem in Your Pocket?
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“254” by Emily Dickinson
Back in Sunday school class many moons ago, we memorized Bible verses. That simple act of committing words to memory acted as both a game and challenge to my budding brain. If you didn’t go to Sunday school or attend church, how did memorization play its part in your life growing up? What about now?… Continue reading “254” by Emily Dickinson
“Tucson” by Stephen Dunn
Poetry curated. Believing poetry can change the world, the intention here is to introduce and discuss compelling poems. My desire is to invoke a sense of longing in you to find a poem and a poet whose work speaks to your soul. When it happens, it can set your skin ablaze. In a good way.… Continue reading “Tucson” by Stephen Dunn
“Daisies” by Louise Glück
I know what you’re going to say, “Annelies, it’s not April anymore. Poetry month has passed us by.” I agree with you on the first point. The latter point would require conversation. Life is rife with poetry- why subject it to only one month’s notice? I have wrestled with the suitability of posting other people’s… Continue reading “Daisies” by Louise Glück
Poetry Curated: “Daisies” by Louise Glück
I know what you’re going to say, “Annelies, it’s not April anymore. Poetry month has passed us by.” I agree with you on the first point. The latter point would require conversation. Life is rife with poetry- why subject it to only one month’s notice? I have wrestled with the suitability of posting other people’s… Continue reading Poetry Curated: “Daisies” by Louise Glück