Welcome, Poetry Companion

You May Love Lingering Here If You:

Have had a transformational experience reading &/or writing poetry
Sense in your gut that sabbath, social justice, & art belong together
Get angry at abuse, including the abuse of language
Find yourself considering the question, “Why Poetry?“

Hi, my name is Melanie Weldon-Soiset, and I've held many roles over the years: teacher, student, poet, pastor, immigrant, and #ChurchToo survivor. The more I practice contemplative prayer and poetry, the more wonder, creativity, and hope I discover in the world. Indeed, the process of receiving and creating beauty this season has helped to bring healing from past traumas.

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