A few summers ago, my husband and I took our four small children for a hike on Washington’s Mt. Rainier. It was fairly early in the season, so there were few hikers around. Most visitor centers were still closed and the snow crowded the higher roads. We decided to hike farther down the mountain where … Continue reading Courage, Dear Heart
Month: March 2020
Beauty in the Commonplace
I have been pondering lately why poetry matters. Photo by Thought Catalog on Pexels.com Poetry has always been a dragon to me: powerful, mythical, unknowable, beautiful, and intimidating. Most of the time, I don't understand what I'm reading, and it doesn't matter if it's new or old, it's just confusing. The words and patterns are … Continue reading Beauty in the Commonplace
Poetry Monday: Today There is Sunlight
The heart and mind are so fickle. Like clockwork, on the dawn of March 1st I awoke craving light, color, and warmth. I had dreamt of tulips and cherry blossoms that night. Like clockwork, this world delivered snow and cold, and dark, suffocating clouds. My spirits fell almost as soon as I peeked through the … Continue reading Poetry Monday: Today There is Sunlight
Moira Ferrer 