Blessing — an erasure poem by Drew Myron
Hello Reader,
It’s time for a quick spring clean with a few notes:
1. Fun Fact
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2. Find Me
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3. Ask More
”Notice when you are about to make a judgment — and ask a question instead.”
I found this nuggest of wisdom in The Art of Noticing newsletter. Like most good advice, this sounds simple but it takes work. But it’s work that is worth the effort.
4. Allow Confusion
Oh Anna, yes:
"I’ve learned to value failed conversations, missed connections, confusions,” writes Anna Kamienska. “What remains is what’s unsaid, what’s underneath. Understanding on another level of being."
5. Mask More
I’m such a broken record, I’ve worn out my voice. Still, it must be said: the pandemic is not over.
After an encouraging lull, cases of covid are up 10 percent this week, with both hospitalizations and deaths increasing as well.
Please, friends, keep wearing your mask, washing your hands, and keeping your distance. We’re close to the end but it’s too soon to travel, to throw parties, to hug our friends. Almost, almost, not yet.
6. Thank You
Have I mentioned how much I appreciate your time & attention? I do! It brings me great joy to know you are out there in your world while I’m in here in my world, and together we are reading, writing & nodding along.
With appreciation,
Drew