Soon and very soon
March 1912 –Postcard, en route westward by Natasha Trethewey At last we are near breaking the season, shedding our coats, the gray husk of winter. Each tree trembles with new leaves, tiny blossoms, the flashy dress of […]
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Congratulations, Mr. Merwin
poem is taped to trashcan Yesterday By W.S. Merwin My friend says I was not a good son you understand I say yes I understand – he says I did not go to see my parents very often you know and I say yes I know – even when I was […]
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Another Reason Why I Don’t Keep a Gun in the House by Billy Collins The neighbors’ dog will not stop barking. He is barking the same high, rhythmic bark that he barks every time they leave the house. They must switch him on on their way out. – The neighbors’ dog will not stop barking. […]
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