A few days after I got home from the hospital, I got a message from a friend who lives nearby. She asked if she could bring over a book for me. Of course the answer to that question is always yes. Here's the book she brought:
Here's a taste:
I've read through the English once, and now I want to go back and read it alongside the French, to compare what the translator has done with the original.
I'm thankful for friends with books to lend and words to share!
Today's roundup is here.
9 comments:
I just ran off and bought it for my daughter...Thanks for the tip
Ruth, this gift is a perfect one to bring positivity to your recovery period. May you continue to grow in strength and health. I saw your photo with your husband as you went off to hike. What a great smile you had and I truly hope that your day was enjoyable.
"With my voice I raise up a body made of poetry," lovely moving lines, thanks for sharing them Ruth. Sounds like they found the right person to visit with too…
What a beautiful gift! These lines really moved me: "With my voice I raise up a body made of poetry/I exhale in my breath everything that populates me." I find translation fascinating and hope you share some of your thoughts on what you find when you compare the original and the translation. I'm so glad to continue to hear good news about your recovery!
It seems that your friend bringing the book meant beautiful light came into your home with those poems, Ruth. What a special and thoughtful gift. I'm so glad you are better! Happy reading!
Oh, how beautiful. What a special translation and gift. Enjoy.
I am thankful for you for sharing your gift(s) with us readers, Ruth. Lovely words to continue to fuel your recovery. :)
I love this: "I make my poems the way an ash tree makes leaves" and "...Lord, I ask you kindly:/dapple light upon my leaves."
Thank you for sharing! Best wishes for your continued recovery!
"dapple light upon my leaves" -- oh! Hope your recovery continues speedily!
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