For Galway Kinnell

For Galway Kinnell 1927-2014

I said to you once, at 25, that I was ruined for any merely mortal man
Having known you.

Write everything first in longhand and strike out great pieces with joy.
Never fear hearing your own voice
Use gentleness when viewing the world
And compassion when viewing yourself.
You said all of this and I was wrong about only one thing.
I’m married to a man now who has the same grace.
Maybe knowing you imprinted me to recognize him.

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4 responses to “For Galway Kinnell”

  1. Margaret Watson Avatar

    Oh my, oh my….this released goosebumps….
    If only he had been my teacher….I now might
    be as lucky as you!
    Your daily work has become my ritual, to read
    and learn.
    Thank you for this one particularly.

    1. lucindaw Avatar

      Thank you,Peggy. He was a pretty special guy.

  2. deborahweir Avatar
    deborahweir

    Lovely! Deborah Weir Hope you are safe during this storm. Pen Women misses you.

    Sent from my iPhone

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    1. lucindaw Avatar

      And I miss Pen Women!

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