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Optimism, a Poem

Optimism is a poem by E.C. Belli from her debut collection of poems, Objects of Hunger. True to its title, the poem is about optimism, but not in an obvious sense. The poem speaks of a ‘rust’ morning and how the ‘incompetent’ heart speaks the language of ‘stones’. In this selection of words, one senses […]

Cosmia

Cosmia is a song by Joanna Newsom that touches on the themes of grief and lightness. The song title comes from the scientific term for a particular genus of wasp that is attracted to light. Inspired by the death of a close friend, Newsom reflects on the despair this loss brings. Her haunting lyrics symbolize […]