When You Are Old
When You Are Old
A poem by William Butler Yeats about true love, love of that which is within versus love of superficial beauty. In later years, as beauty fades, will one regret overlooking the person that loves her “soul?” Curated by Lynda Bernard.
The Second Coming
The Second Coming by William Butler Yeats.
“The falcon cannot hear the falconer;
Things fall apart; the centre cannot hold;…”
Written in 1919, was this foreboding? A moving, haunting poem. It will stay with you.
Wild Geese.
Wild Geese by Mary Oliver.
Mary Oliver advises us that we don’t have to try so hard! No matter who you are, be true to yourself and the world will be open to you to find your place. Inspiring!
Broken, Unbroken
Hummingbird’s Featured Poem.
Broken, Unbroken by Mary Oliver.
Loneliness, broken people, broken hearts. Love can heal all that. This a beautiful poem full of hope. Perfect to read as we approach a new year. Curated by Lynda Bernard.
I AM NOT OLD
Hummingbird’s Featured Poem.
I AM NOT OLD by Samantha Reynolds
A perception of aging that emphasizes the valor and grace in growing old. Curated by Lynda Bernard.
Hummingbird Poetry Series
Hummingbird’s Featured Poem.
Symptom Recital by Dorothy Parker
Witty, cantankerous, and fun. All that's wrong, “and/so” ready for love. Hummingbird Poetry series curated by Lynda Bernard.
Hummingbird Poetry Series
Hummingbird’s Featured Poem.
A Birthday by Christina Rossetti.
A celebration of falling in love. Hummingbird Poetry series curated by Lynda Bernard.