“Hope” is the Thing with Feathers
Hope is “perched in our soul—”
Emily Dickinson deftly uses a bird as a metaphor for “Hope.” Click through for a beautiful and classic poem.
Woodpecker
Like Making the Same Obvious Point, Over & Over
In Woodpecker, Jeffrey Harrison tells a very human story. Was he asking something “of us?” No matter, really. Click thru for an insightful perspective.
Scaffolding
Building Strong Relationships.
Scaffolding, a poem by Seamus Heaney, reminds us that relationships that have stood the test of time will remain strong, even if the customary supports come down. Heaney draws a perfect analogy.
Park Avenue
Parallel Parking
Park Avenue, a poem by Diana Raab. Following Mary Oliver’s practice of “always carrying a notepad,” Diana Raab wrote this “rip-roaring funny” poem that we just had to share with you.
Holy Saturday
“I Could Do This One Good Thing Today.”
Holy Saturday by William Fargason. With no pretenses, a relatable poem about loneliness, and also kindness.
There is a fine line that separates us from despair.
Broken, Unbroken
Hummingbird’s Featured Poem.
Broken, Unbroken by Mary Oliver.
Loneliness, broken people, broken hearts. Love can heal all that. This a beautiful poem full of hope. Perfect to read as we approach a new year. Curated by Lynda Bernard.
I AM NOT OLD
Hummingbird’s Featured Poem.
I AM NOT OLD by Samantha Reynolds
A perception of aging that emphasizes the valor and grace in growing old. Curated by Lynda Bernard.
Hummingbird Poetry Series
Hummingbird’s Featured Poem.
Symptom Recital by Dorothy Parker
Witty, cantankerous, and fun. All that's wrong, “and/so” ready for love. Hummingbird Poetry series curated by Lynda Bernard.