A long, long sleep, a famous sleep [Read More]
Poetry
So Says the Poetry Geek
Poetry geek. That's me. But it's not like I know and have read all the poets. [Read More]
Because Mary Oliver Is the Coolest Ever
A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to see Mary Oliver receive an honorary degree from Marquette University. I think it's taken me weeks to write about it because I still can't wrap my head around it. It was so cool. [Read More]
Nature Rarer Uses Yellow by Emily Dickinson
It's been a crazy week, and when I'm feeling stressed I turn to poetry. There's none better than Emily Dickinson when you need to refocus. Enjoy this poem, "Nature Rarer Uses Yellow." [Read More]
Comin Thro’ the Rye by Robert Burns
"Comin Thro' the Rye" by Robert Burns never ceases to remind me of Catcher in the Rye. In fact, I never thought about the poem much before I read that book. Funny how that happens sometimes. [Read More]
