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A Poem Must Be Read Aloud

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A poem must be read aloud to

be fully loved.

Don’t believe me?

Then try reading

 

Mary Oliver’s Wild Geese or

Wendell Berry’s

Peace of Wild Things.

Let the words roll

 

off your tongue, savor each word, phrase,

embrace them all.

Now go find a

new poem to love.

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Author: BHW

I am an octogenarian, mother, grandmother, wife, sister, friend, voracious reader, and amateur poet. I am dedicated to keeping both my mind and body active through yoga and tai chi, walks with my dog, rich discussion with my book club and 80+ groups, and numerous other activities. I have a deep curiosity about the world and its inhabitants.

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