“This place could be beautiful,
right? You could make this place beautiful.”~ Maggie Smith, Good Bones
We met this week to share short and sweet poems will of wisdom!
A list of the poems we read
I’ve added some links where I could to the poems, poets or books if you would like to explore.
The World Has Need of You by Ellen Bass
One or Two Things by Mary Oliver
Listen to a beautiful conversation with Mary Oliver with Krista Tippett
I Worried by Mary Oliver
The Book of Hope by Jane Goodall
Do Good Anyway by Hedy Lamar (actress)
To a Fanatic and For S.C. by Grant Johnston
Knowledge by Louise Bogan
To Be of Use by Marge Piercy
Good Bones by Maggie Smith
Watch a short film based on the poem here
First Fall by Maggie Smith
Poetry reading & writing prompt for next week
Prompt/Theme: “Forgiveness”
When we meet again, bring along poems inspired by the theme. There is no obligation to write, but if you feel inspired, you are welcome to bring your poem to share at the next gathering.