I was actually looking for a more light-hearted poem this week, but when I came across this one, I knew I had to share it. The internal struggle between head and heart is depicted beautifully by Dorothy Parker. The logic of the head trying to prevail over the emotions of the heart. I think we’ve … More Interior

Last Sunday, I turned 28. So naturally, when I came across this poem, it felt like fate. Although my life looks different than the life Amy Fleury describes, I could still relate. Because some things are universal. Like dancing in your kitchen on a Friday night. I hope I’ll still be doing that when I … More At Twenty-Eight

I was actually looking for a poem about spring gardens, in line with these sunny spring days full of blossoms. But then I came across this one and it dawned on me that I hadn’t posted a poem by the Bard for some time now. So, because of the lyrical match between spring and love, … More Sonnet 98

Today is our third wedding anniversary, the first one not in lockdown. Since those are two things to celebrate, I wanted to dedicate this week’s poem to this joyous occasion. But nothing too mushy as that’s not who we are. I chose this poem because it’s quite relatable for me. Although, I do hope it’s … More Yes, I’ll Marry You

Today is my mother’s 60th birthday. On this day, there are a lot of things I want to say to her. But most of all, I want to say thank you. She has been everything I needed, before I knew I needed it. This poem seemed to capture that message. So, thank you, mom, always … More Her Hands