Mary Oliver’s poem “The World I Live In” clocks in at only two stanzas:
“I have refused to live
locked in the orderly house of
reasons and proofs.
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How much of our lives do we have control over? How much of our lives are left up to fate? Can the two coexist? These questions have left humanity puzzled, an... Read More
In Indian philosophical/theological thought, every element of existence is attributed to some form of spiritual significance. For example, food is categorize... Read More
There’s something undeniably special about stories that are easy to digest yet still so emotionally powerful. I’ll be the first to advocate for the legitimac... Read More
It’s ironic: Half of the reason why I learn languages is to read in them, yet often, trying to do so is what discourages me from progressing.
It’s like cl... Read More
If I had to narrow down Li-Young Lee’s poetry to a simple description, I would say it is discerning. This quality of Lee’s poetry is especially present in hi... Read More
Spoilers ahead!
If you’ve seen La La Land, you know there’s some controversy about how it ends. Mia and Sebastian, who had dreams of building a life toget... Read More
In Western music, percussion instruments often lay the foundation of a composition, keeping time and providing a structural base for melodies to flourish. Th... Read More
Spoiler Free Review.
As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp, it’s the perfect time to curl up with a dark, twisted read. Today’s pick? A... Read More
Spoilers ahead for the shows 9-1-1 and Supernatural.
What does a show about firefighters have in common with a show about hunting monsters and fighting Go... Read More
As I am sure we are all aware, the long-awaited finale of The Bachelor season 28 aired only a few short weeks ago. Now, if you haven’t had the privilege of t... Read More
While Normal People may be Sally Rooney’s most popular novel, it’s become deeply polarizing. A majority of readers are moved by Rooney’s style and feel deepl... Read More
