“I did not know the work of mourning Is like carrying a bag of cement Up a mountain at night The mountaintop is not in sight Because there is no mountaintop Poor Sisyphus grief I did not know I would struggle Through a ragged underbrush Without an upward path ... Look closely and you will see Almost everyone carrying bags Of cement on their shoulders That’s why it takes courage To get out of bed in the morning And climb into the day.”
This collection of poems delves into the complexities of human emotions, offering readers a reflective and introspective journey through the eyes of the protagonist, Gabriel. more
Edward Hirsch is an American poet renowned for his profound emotion and rich imagination. His works often explore themes of personal identity, history, and memory, earning him the admiration of readers and critics alike. more
“To look at something as though we had never seen it before requires great courage.”
“Maybe the hardest part of life is just having the courage to try.”
“Courage is the art of being the only one who knows you're scared to death.”