I happened to marry a scientist—wise? it’s hard to say—who harbours deep resentment toward the lack of specificity inherent to words, “because everything is numbers anyway.” I said that may be true, and as soon as he’s able to invent a method of teaching math without language, I’d be happy to entertain the idea of doing away with letters altogether.
If they’re going to find a way free of us, machines have a ways to go yet—because, at least in my world, it’s poems all the way down. And OnlyPoems delivers a good reminder.
Checking in from Central Minnesota. I am a river girl and feel out of sorts when I am not near water. Except if I am in Santa Fe, I am "enchanted" by Santa Fe. Poet, reader, INFP.
A friend pointed me to the group, which I'm currently a free member of. I started writing after I retired from the working world five years ago, and I started writing poetry this year. I've had novellas, short stories, and poetry accepted, but not much has been published at this point. However, it is on its way.
I'd love to share a poem or two with the group.
My website is www.dreamingauthor.com. It is still under construction, but I have links to most of what has been published.
I have never felt more empowered and cherished and understood than stumbling upon the existence of Only Poems. And realizing we have a space that is ours and we are not alone!
I already subscribe to all that you do so it’s great that you’re moving here where I can easily find you 🤗 Like Sara, I’m not sure whether I’m a paid member? I was once, then you stopped as for a while, and maybe my membership continued? Did I pay for a year? I hope so because your content is awesome 🤩
Thank you for providing this great space. I love your logo, the idea of providing a different daily poem and theme and am delighted and looking forward to poetry in my inbox daily. I also plan to submit some pieces in the future.
Yes!! I eat poems for breakfast before breakfast.
So thank you for feeding us all!
You’re doing fine work here, my friends.
I happened to marry a scientist—wise? it’s hard to say—who harbours deep resentment toward the lack of specificity inherent to words, “because everything is numbers anyway.” I said that may be true, and as soon as he’s able to invent a method of teaching math without language, I’d be happy to entertain the idea of doing away with letters altogether.
If they’re going to find a way free of us, machines have a ways to go yet—because, at least in my world, it’s poems all the way down. And OnlyPoems delivers a good reminder.
I believe that we heal in community and Only Poems deserves an Oscar for your warm and innovative approaches!
🥹🥹 Thank you, Lucy🌻❤️
Checking in from Central Minnesota. I am a river girl and feel out of sorts when I am not near water. Except if I am in Santa Fe, I am "enchanted" by Santa Fe. Poet, reader, INFP.
A friend pointed me to the group, which I'm currently a free member of. I started writing after I retired from the working world five years ago, and I started writing poetry this year. I've had novellas, short stories, and poetry accepted, but not much has been published at this point. However, it is on its way.
I'd love to share a poem or two with the group.
My website is www.dreamingauthor.com. It is still under construction, but I have links to most of what has been published.
I have never felt more empowered and cherished and understood than stumbling upon the existence of Only Poems. And realizing we have a space that is ours and we are not alone!
This is so wonderful to hear, Kim. Thank you for your readership ❤️
Can relate! So glad we're all here.
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Yay!
I squealed when I saw this in my email box!
Happy to be here <3
I already subscribe to all that you do so it’s great that you’re moving here where I can easily find you 🤗 Like Sara, I’m not sure whether I’m a paid member? I was once, then you stopped as for a while, and maybe my membership continued? Did I pay for a year? I hope so because your content is awesome 🤩
That is very kind of you 🌻
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Brilliant! Love a snackable :)
Yayyy!
I'm looking forward to reading all of these poems!! Thanks for putting this together.
Thank YOU for loving and reading poetry
I wonder if Bert GIick has made it to anyone's attention here?
I just read up on him and he seems like a fascinating character. Will look into getting a hold of his work!
I have two autographed books by him. We go to the same infusion center.
Thank you for providing this great space. I love your logo, the idea of providing a different daily poem and theme and am delighted and looking forward to poetry in my inbox daily. I also plan to submit some pieces in the future.
Our logo and all our art is thanks to our wonderful illustrator Mariam! Thank youu friend
I love the nod to Buffy Sainte-Marie in your title! She's a fantastic poet and musician.
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