happy solstice ~ Wendell Berry

“The world is wilder than that in all directions.” ~ Annie Dillard

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Chris Hutchinson is an Edmonton poet, an Assistant Professor at MacEwan University, and currently serves on the board for the Olive Reading Series. Read his brilliant essay in the December issue of our monthly newsletter, The Magpie, and subscribe here: edmontonpoetryfestival.com/the-magpie/

“You have made me an Eden, / …by which I mean, you will leave me. “ Stunning new work by @mayacpopa.bsky.social. Can’t wait for this book to come out.

Love this Jane Hirschfield

Very pleased my short poem found a home on these lovely cans from Blindman Brewing! 🙏🍺

Beautiful

“keep testing the spiny leaves the spiny heart” ~ Jane Hirschfield