I sometimes talk about the making of a poem within the poem. poetry
I've never read a political poem that's accomplished anything. Poetry makes things happen, but rarely what the poet wants. poetry
I would talk in iambic pentameter if it were easier. being funny
I do insist on making what I hope is sense so there's always a coherent narrative or argument that the reader can follow. hope
The secrets of success are a good wife and a steady job. My wife told me. success
Nothing in the universe can travel at the speed of light, they say, forgetful of the shadow's speed. science & travel
A lot happens by accident in poetry. poetry
A chronicle is very different from history proper. history
A teacher is a person who never says anything once. teacher