dec 6

In looking at writers for this week, i discovered Rainer Maria Rilke. I knew very little about him, though I had heard about him. His birthday was earlier in the week and the Writer's Almanac mentioned him. I wanted to know more. So on Thursday morning I will be reading from a book of translations of his french poems. What a treat to discover a new voice, a great voice, a voice that has been a beacon for so long, yet I just now am nearer his shore.

oct 11

Eleanor Roosevelt, what a great and very prolific writer. I had no idea. It was much fun and very informative to read over her daily journal, my day. I chose to read several of her columns on women and voting. In light of the upcoming election, which might greatly effect the health and well being of women, I thought it good to read her views on women and voting. Thich Nhat Hahn: I read from his most wonderful book, Living Buddha, Living Christ. It was very challenging and thought provoking, a wonderful challenge to live more mindfully. I have read this book before, but in reading it again I found myself rediscovering its very profound quality. Rereading books is a gift, or a treasure often overlooked.

Oct 4 a day of variety

So I did not read Damon Runyon, rather a wide variety of poetry from a number of poetry collections. Also it is the day after Emily Post's birthday, so I was able to read some of her helpful etiquette tips.

Oct 4 2012

It will be Damon Runyon's birthday, and I was thinking about reading one of his short stories, but I am not sold on the idea, yet. It is also St. Francis day and that inspires some thought as well. If you have a poet, writer or idea, let me know. peter_jenks@yahoo.com

Thursday, September 27 T.S. Eliot

I am going to be reading the four quartets on Thursday, September 27. I read some of them last year and found that these are works I need to read more often. They are very powerful, thoughtful and need more time on which to reflect. From the Wasteland to the Four Quartets there was a deep movement of one's soul. His use of time and its effect on life is also a theme that causes me to think and pay attention more deeply.

Thursday, August 9th Sara Teasdale

Sarah Teasdale is the poet for the 9th of August. Yea

July 19

So July 5th I read from etiquette books and on the 12th I was out to sea for the week. This Thurday, July 19 I am looking to read some Thackerey poems and works and other assorted pieces.