I read this beautiful Mary Oliver poem on the back of the toilet door at a friend's place today. It was such a lovely pause in the middle of an excellent conversation. Like a beautiful vista glimpsed through the window of a gorgeous room. SUMMER STORY - Mary Oliver When the hummingbirdsinks its faceinto the
'Tis Robbie Burns Day today, in honour of the heartfelt and cheeky Scottish poet and songwriter from the 18th century. He was a prolific writer and collector of songs who published well and thus left us with a substantial œuvre - the Complete Works of Robert Burns is 12 volumes. It has been a delight
Here's a little poem from Eleanor Lerman, a new discovery sent my way by a gorgeous friend. It made me smile and I hope it does the same for you. Starfish This is what life does. It lets you walk up to the store to buy breakfast and the paper, on a stiff knee. It
When was the last time you heard poetry being read out loud? Or read poetry to someone else? Tonight I read poems to the audience between songs at my Leonard Cohen gig. It's such a gentle and vulnerable thing to do and to listen to - just the human voice and beautifully crafted words. With
Small poetry for growing small people. Small poetry to teach them to find joy in the small things. Words to live by, regardless of size. William Martin - The Parent's Tao Te Ching
