Fairytales have the power to tell us who we are and where we are going, making them powerful metaphors of individual journeys and personalities. In her book Rhetorical Criticism, Sonja K. Foss writes, “When metaphor is seen as a way of knowing the world, it plays a particular role in argumentation. Metaphor does not simply provide support for
The Academia Nut | Literature, Snobbery, and Communication
September 12, 2022
The Academia Nut | Literature, Snobbery, and Communication
Literature and poetry sadly have a reputation for being snobbish. However, a deep study of these things should leave us shaky and tearful with understanding and gratitude. I always thought I was supposed to be a writer. When I was young, I felt that I had a gift with words, but this gift was tainted by my grubby, prideful
Who Needs Poetry?
June 11, 2022
Who Needs Poetry?
Most people think they are not poets. I beg to differ. Every person has had a special moment when their soul leaps up and shouts for joy. Every heart has felt the agony of suffering and pain. And every one of us has our own unique perspective on life as it happens. These are the universal ingredients of poetry.
Pause for Poetry | Interview With Christine Stewart
July 02, 2021
Pause for Poetry | Interview With Christine Stewart
Poetry is often overlooked in the modern world, not perhaps because we do not have time, but because poetry defies the rush and busyness that has become a staple of society. We don't linger and we don't repeat, we simply move on to the next thing. But poetry demands that, for a few moments, we sit still. For that
News From a Garden Muse | Interview with Lillian Brummet
May 15, 2021
News From a Garden Muse | Interview with Lillian Brummet
Meeting fellow creatives is one of the highlights of being an artist. When I came across Lillian Brummet’s work, I was inspired by her lively writing style and her desire to help others find wellness through nature, music, and healthy eating (three of my favorite things!). I was thrilled to connect with Lillian and ask her a few
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