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I try to put a positive spin on things by telling myself that at least … Continue ReadingRe-reading My Earliest Poetry

I have tried many different art forms over the years. Music, dance, painting, writing… And … Continue ReadingHow Emotional Is Too Emotional?

All my life I’ve been struck by two things: How poetry can bring people together … Continue ReadingWhat Does Poetry Mean To Me?

For a long time, I accused myself of having “writer’s block” when nothing worthwhile appeared … Continue ReadingChanneling Hardship into Poetry

And, unfortunately, the title says it all. So, what do you do, when you want … Continue ReadingAn Image Says More than a Thousand Words

There are days when I still can’t believe that I actually have an online presence. … Continue ReadingHiding Behind Poetry

The translations of Edith Södergran and Gustaf Munch-Petersen are to date the most ambitious writing … Continue ReadingThe Challenges of Translating Södergran and Munch-Petersen

I used to be inspired by nature, more than anything. But these days? Well, things … Continue ReadingHow Nature Discourages Writing