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Book Review: 30 Poems to Memorize (Before It’s Too Late)

January 13, 2021March 15, 2021 ~ melanieweldonsoiset ~ 4 Comments

Why memorize a poem? What do race, #ChurchToo, and embodiment have to do with poetry? I explore all of those questions, and more, in this hot-off-the-press book review.

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Bodies Are Cottages

October 1, 2020October 1, 2020 ~ melanieweldonsoiset ~ Leave a comment

A found poem created from cut up magazine words/phrases.

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My name is Melanie, and I’ve worn many labels over the years: poet, pastor, teacher, student, immigrant, #ChurchToo survivor. I’ve learned, however, that the label that fits best is “child of God.” One day that phrase will be my epitaph. Until then, you’ll find me at my best resting in a hammock, biking on local DC green ways, or enjoying a fire by the hearth on a cold winter’s night.

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Labyrinth. Spiritual Practice. What do these words mean to you? Whether it’s in Oxford, England, Chiang Mai, Thailand, or Williamsburg, Virginia, I’ve had transformative experiences journeying through labyrinths that all act as “thin places” where the veil between heaven and earth seemingly dissolves. I’ve recently written a poem called “The Next Labyrinth Journey” (#linkinbio) that not only chronicles a particular labyrinth practice in nearby College Park, Maryland, but also contrasts that labyrinth practice with previous ones. No two labyrinth journeys are the same, yet somehow when I look down at my feet at the opening of any labyrinth, time and place melt away.

Happy National Poetry Month! I’ve recently written an article on the sacred value of poetry feedback groups (article link in bio). This blessing concludes the article. Have you ever participated in a poetry feedback group? If so, what did you think? If not, what hopes, fears, and/or questions do you have? I’ve found God in a unique way through leading poetry feedback groups this year, and my article (and blessing) speak to that encounter. I’d love to hear what you think! #nationalpoetrymonth #nationalpoetrymonth2021 #poetryprocess #poeticprocess #poetry #poetrycommunity #poetrylovers #poetryofinstagram #poetryislife #blessings #blessing #blessings🙏 #poetrymonth #poetry#artandspirituality #artandfaith #poetsofinstagram #poetsofig #poetscommunity #contemplativeprayer #contemplativelife #contemplative #contemplativechristianity #contemplativepractice #contemplativewriting

A Miracle’s Tension

Does not wisdom call,

As someone with Irish ancestry, I wish you a Happy St. Patrick’s Day! #clover #clovers #haiku #haikupoetry #haikusofinstagram #poetry #poetrycommunity #poetrylovers #poetryofinstagram #poetryislife #poetryofig #poetryislove #stpatricksday #cloverleaf

I've had the honor of reviewing "Art + Faith: A Theology of Making" by Makoto Fujimura, and my review is in the latest issue of @vita.poetica (link in my profile). For artists, poets, and contemplatives who feel bothered by metrics of "efficiency" and "usefulness," this book is good news indeed. I feel empowered to trust the knowledge of God that I gain through the creative process, as well as to share that knowledge with others. This review is a first, good step in that direction.

Labyrinth. Spiritual Practice. What do these words mean to you? Whether it’s in Oxford, England, Chiang Mai, Thailand, or Williamsburg, Virginia, I’ve had transformative experiences journeying through labyrinths that all act as “thin places” where the veil between heaven and earth seemingly dissolves. I’ve recently written a poem called “The Next Labyrinth Journey” (#linkinbio) that not only chronicles a particular labyrinth practice in nearby College Park, Maryland, but also contrasts that labyrinth practice with previous ones. No two labyrinth journeys are the same, yet somehow when I look down at my feet at the opening of any labyrinth, time and place melt away.

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