tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post7350484689827208614..comments2024-03-26T09:20:29.620-06:00Comments on TeacherDance: Poetry Friday - Finding ConnectionsLinda Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-89920914825465683762020-05-05T12:58:47.203-06:002020-05-05T12:58:47.203-06:00It is hard to comprehend all the loss this pandemi...It is hard to comprehend all the loss this pandemic has created--and will continue. Like you, I am looking to help where I can, but so often feel it is so little. Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08210045352610490115noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-23805759595180888072020-05-04T17:31:19.216-06:002020-05-04T17:31:19.216-06:00Thanks, Tara, I will look for Marie Howe. I know t...Thanks, Tara, I will look for Marie Howe. I know the name, but really am not very familiar with her.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-75863175273009702362020-05-04T14:59:34.492-06:002020-05-04T14:59:34.492-06:00I think the only other poet I know who has the sam...I think the only other poet I know who has the same feel for writing about loss is Marie Howe. Just a lovely poem, and I do love the ocean liner metaphor so much.Tarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13626451110946889157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-62088181858941977572020-05-03T12:05:51.242-06:002020-05-03T12:05:51.242-06:00I agree, Christie. There are areas all over the wo...I agree, Christie. There are areas all over the world that are so at risk. Thanks for coming by.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-48670772050439333962020-05-03T07:26:41.702-06:002020-05-03T07:26:41.702-06:00It is truly terrifying, Linda, to think of crowded...It is truly terrifying, Linda, to think of crowded cities during pandemics across time. We were just watching the news and devastating footage from the slums in Mumbai. So terribly sad. Be well. -- Christie @ https://wonderingandwondering.wordpress.com/Mrs. Wymanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17580085844427332905noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-59678727274668517422020-05-02T11:44:07.360-06:002020-05-02T11:44:07.360-06:00Thanks for liking Eeyore's sweet words, Bridge...Thanks for liking Eeyore's sweet words, Bridget. I just changed it recently and love that quote, too. And thanks for enjoying my 'circles'. It was a month hard to believe, but now I'm hoping May will be a little better!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-5016963152318896302020-05-02T03:45:45.116-06:002020-05-02T03:45:45.116-06:00I thoroughly enjoyed your wooden tree circle/poem ...I thoroughly enjoyed your wooden tree circle/poem project for NPM, Linda! April was a cruel month, but your creativity and goodness shone through and helped a great many people (me included). I also want to note that I love, love, love your Eeyore quote on the header of your blog: "A little consideration, a little thought for others, makes all the difference." True that! :)Bridget Mageehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18185985167366724404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-59497596981863947632020-05-01T21:56:12.304-06:002020-05-01T21:56:12.304-06:00Oh, Sally, I am sorry to hear about your father in...Oh, Sally, I am sorry to hear about your father in law. Yes, it is wonderful that people could still show their grief and caring through the internet. I send my sympathy to you and your family. I'm glad that the poem was a good one for you today. Thank you for sharing.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-36134423445146903712020-05-01T20:54:52.304-06:002020-05-01T20:54:52.304-06:00A beautiful poem to share, Linda, and very timely....A beautiful poem to share, Linda, and very timely.My father in law died a few weeks ago and we had one of those tiny funerals, which was sad - but the wonders of livestreaming meant hundreds of people watched on from the safety of home, which was comforting.Sally Murphyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02840326270568153356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-24077846150647615642020-05-01T20:53:06.855-06:002020-05-01T20:53:06.855-06:00I appreciate everyone's comments, like a far a...I appreciate everyone's comments, like a far away hug today. I had the pleasure of actually visiting a friend in her garden, staying far apart, but just seeing her was wonderful. Then my daughter & the grandgirls came over for a bit before dinner, lovely visit, again far apart. How I did April, a day at a time, writing, dreaming about circles - ha! - & enjoying the art as much as I could. Thanks, everyone! Be kind to yourselves & stay safe as you can!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-43917457489879152502020-05-01T18:52:14.743-06:002020-05-01T18:52:14.743-06:00Linda, thank you for all you are doing to help oth...Linda, thank you for all you are doing to help others. I'm doing what I can also, but I always feel I should be doing more. I love Linda Pastan. This poem reminds me of last summer when we had to say good-bye to several in our family and some friends. It was such a difficult time. Writing is especially important during the hard times. Take care of yourself. xo<br />Linda Kulp Trouthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01469823160121657098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-38269149010619334042020-05-01T16:56:12.073-06:002020-05-01T16:56:12.073-06:00This is such a hard time, but the important thing ...This is such a hard time, but the important thing is to do what you have done -- put one foot in front of the other and keep moving, keep being creative, keep helping where you can. Thank you for your inspiring month! I LOVED your final poem!!Mary Leehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09078793537148794310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-21946102074806063942020-05-01T16:48:23.445-06:002020-05-01T16:48:23.445-06:00I agree, Linda, that this April has indeed been &q...I agree, Linda, that this April has indeed been "the cruelest month." While we are weathering this storm so far, it feels like we have still have a long way to go. Linda Pastan's poem does resonate today. I loved the creativity of your project and all the writing those circle inspired. Be well!Catherine Flynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00390699128046569127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-69058254673737553692020-05-01T15:30:42.706-06:002020-05-01T15:30:42.706-06:00Linda, I enjoyed reading the different parts of yo...Linda, I enjoyed reading the different parts of your post and admire your journey with the circles. I will "circle" back to read some of your posts, Linda. The poem, Departure, is one that makes me think more about the people passing away here on Long Island and in NYC. It is so sad. The sun came out so I am going to take a walk. I took one earlier in the gentle rain but my shoes and socks got soaked.Carol Varsalonahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02589714711155938528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-25499124632371183572020-05-01T14:46:09.364-06:002020-05-01T14:46:09.364-06:00Wow. What a poem! I'm so glad you shared it to...Wow. What a poem! I'm so glad you shared it today. It's a keeper. Loved your NPM project, Linda, and I hope you will continue to find creative endeavors that stretch your talents in so many wonderful directions.Michelle Heidenrich Barneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02051827857519159837noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-57824944917764325362020-05-01T13:33:29.979-06:002020-05-01T13:33:29.979-06:00I have found it hard to focus so many times this m...I have found it hard to focus so many times this month, so I am particularly impressed with your poetry... every day! How did you do it? Anyway, thanks for your constancy and your thoughts, and my best to you going forward.Karen Eastlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08778112838401454642noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-77638743623877749512020-05-01T13:27:26.162-06:002020-05-01T13:27:26.162-06:00I am sorry to hear of your sad news, Laura. It see...I am sorry to hear of your sad news, Laura. It seems like day after day there is more that saddens us. I try to hold the good news, too, but sometimes looking ahead to a mystery makes it hard, too. Hugs to you today, and for all the days ahead.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-52204444047954292982020-05-01T12:45:38.488-06:002020-05-01T12:45:38.488-06:00She says so much in so few words. This is such a s...She says so much in so few words. This is such a sad time, not only for those losing loved ones to Covid, but also to those facing other losses (some major, some minorish) that feel like just one loss too many on top of the pandemic. Some family members just had some bad news yesterday about both a close family member and a beloved pet. Too much.laurasalashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13807781795919555208noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-28327526651234891002020-05-01T11:52:14.308-06:002020-05-01T11:52:14.308-06:00I do think of those lost every day, Michelle. Our ...I do think of those lost every day, Michelle. Our local public radio hosts a blog where I can read about them sometimes, give a thought to them & their families. I'm glad you enjoyed my daily poems. It was nice to have something to focus on during the April days. And I enjoyed everyone's poems, another good part of April. Thank you!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-27389555720146178962020-05-01T11:40:42.645-06:002020-05-01T11:40:42.645-06:00Moving poem Linda, and yes so timely. It's dev...Moving poem Linda, and yes so timely. It's devastating thinking about the number of individuals that have and are loosing their lives to cover-19. But we need to remember all and be more prepared as we move forward. BTW I loved your daily poems for April's NPM, while I didn't comment on that many I saw and read most, and the art was lovely too, thanks Linda, and thanks for your uplifting spirit! xoMichelle Koganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02575814872372518994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-83906546259749518502020-05-01T10:27:18.026-06:002020-05-01T10:27:18.026-06:00Thanks, Jama, for liking my circles, sometimes whi...Thanks, Jama, for liking my circles, sometimes whimsey, sometimes serious. They were a blessing for me to do this strangest April, felt more serious than other Aprils, actually. The Ghost Map was a fascinating book. I'd like to read of other times when people faced such challenges. It's helpful to know that we can make it through, but the politics of these days is the 2nd challenge. Onward we go whether we like it or not! Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-14940771283464683942020-05-01T10:23:11.506-06:002020-05-01T10:23:11.506-06:00I agree about those other deaths. I visited the ce...I agree about those other deaths. I visited the cemetary where my husband is and noticed a tiny group by a grave, evidently saying their goodbyes in a very different way that has happened before. Thanks for the compliment, Linda. That challenge really helped me through the month. And yes, our community is a treasure to us all.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-77881870746616078722020-05-01T10:20:44.289-06:002020-05-01T10:20:44.289-06:00Thank you, Liz. I am at a bit of a loss today to r...Thank you, Liz. I am at a bit of a loss today to realize I have not poem to write. Oh, I will find another topic I'm sure, but after 30 days, it is strange. Yes, that 'leaving' touches others, too, like soldiers. Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-24606307405677242422020-05-01T09:09:14.154-06:002020-05-01T09:09:14.154-06:00I so loved your NPM project, Linda. Enjoyed every ...I so loved your NPM project, Linda. Enjoyed every last poem and drawing; it was a nice surprise each day and something to feel good about during a tough month.<br /><br />Thanks for the Pastan poem; especially poignant and resonates a lot in view of what's happening. Thanks, too, for mentioning The Ghost Map. It does sound interesting and will help put things into some kind of historical context.<br /><br />Truly heartbreaking about those lost to the virus. You make a good point about how strange it is also for those who are mourning deaths from other causes, who also cannot gather and extend comfort and support. Perhaps an even greater tragedy is having an administration who sees these losses as mere numbers, a crisis something to gloss over and move onto the next thing because it's politically expedient. jamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07859083373087448194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-24297291182660027932020-05-01T08:52:50.750-06:002020-05-01T08:52:50.750-06:00On of my favorite poets! I love Linda Pastan...and...On of my favorite poets! I love Linda Pastan...and Departures is especially poignant right now. There are deaths that are not covid-19 related that we still cannot grieve in our normal ways because of physical distancing. It adds to the sadness. I admire your poem a day efforts. Your theme was super cool. I wished I had thought of something as interesting as your wood circles. I love what you did with them. <br />Three cheers to the Progressive Poem. I really think it's the best one yet. I enjoy this community so much!Linda Mitchellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00833034575304594924noreply@blogger.com