Welcoming Friday with Three “Poems in Your Pocket”

Martin Farawell chose…

“Northern Pike” by James Wright

Martin explains: The first time I read this poem, I don’t know how many years ago that was, I wanted to carry it with me.  So I’ve carried it in the pocket of my memory ever since.  It reminds me how powerful and evocative an apparently quiet, simple poem can be.

Martin Farawell is the Director of the Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival

Diane Lockward chose…  

“The Peace of Wild Things” by Wendell Berry

Diane explains: A wonderful poem to get you through the dark days of raising teenagers.

Kevin Carey chose…

“Starlight” by Phil Levine

Kevin Carey teaches writing at Salem State University. His book The One Fifteen to Penn Station, has just been released. kevincareywriter.com