Publisher's Synopsis
The Body is No More Than a Greening Thing is a lyrical exploration of life in all its facets. This collection weaves together poems that celebrate the body, as well as themes of childhood, the journey of motherhood, the ache of loss and the quiet power of resilience. Deeply rooted in the interconnectedness of all living things, this collection is a meditation on growth, renewal, and the enduring beauty found in even the most fragile moments. From elegies to invocations these poems traverse the natural world and reach out with an urgent voice to God. With longing and reverence, they celebrate the beauty and power of the ever-evolving spirit that binds us all. This selection of poems includes Elegy for a Butterfly, nominated for a Pushcart Prize, When God Lived in New Jersey, nominated for Best of the Net, I Learn to Appreciate Soft Butter, nominated for Best of the Net and Isolation in D Minor, the Moon Prize winner in Writing in a Woman's Voice.
