“Praying It doesn’t have to be the blue iris, it could be weeds in a vacant lot, or a few small stones; just pay attention, then patch a few words together and don’t try to make them elaborate, this isn’t a contest but the doorway into thanks, and a silence in which another voice may speak.”
Thirst: Poems is a compilation of verse that delves into the concept of thirst, examining it through various lenses and metaphors. The poems within this collection may range from literal thirst for sustenance to metaphorical thirsts for knowledge, love, or fulfillment. The work is likely to offer readers a contemplative and introspective journey through the human experience of longing. more
Mary Oliver is a renowned American poet, born on September 10, 1935. Her poetry is known for its profound depiction of the natural world and delicate insights into life. Oliver's style is simple and direct, which has won her a wide audience. more
“I did some thinking.” “That is a very dangerous pastime,” Ghastek said.”
“If I turn up suicided in the morning, it was murder.”
“I believe people ought to mate for life...like pigeons or Catholics.”