Poetry is in a good place. Its popularity has increased since Amanda Gorman’s captivating Inauguration reading. Attendance is up at … More
Tag: national poetry month
“April Rain Song”
It’s April and it’s raining, so now is my chance to share “April Rain Song” by Langston Hughes. Many of … More
“Smart Cookie”
Poetry readership is on the rise as people all over the world turn to poetry during the pandemic for insight, … More
“The Paradox”
I wish I could be at work. Did I have a productive day at home? Am I spending my time … More
“Small Kindnesses”
Henry James famously said, “Three things in life are important: the first is to be kind; the second is to be … More
“The Guest House”
Anxiety, disappointment, gratitude, joy – our emotions have run the gamut this past month as we adjust to our altered … More
“A Contribution to Statistics”
“When did numbers hijack my life of words?” – Pamela Sutton, from “Forty” I’ve been thinking about numbers lately — … More
“The Trouble with Poetry”
April is National Poetry Month which means a month-long celebration of poetry including virtual readings and events, podcasts, contests, and more! What … More
“The Sacred”
There may not be a lot of space in your house these days with schools closed and more adults either … More
“Harlem”
Langston Hughes’s iconic poem “Harlem” has been on my mind these days as so many dreams are being put on … More
Partners in Rhyme 