From the Ten Line Tuesday series by Maya Stein.
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Ten Line Tuesday, poems by Maya Stein
Each week Maya Stein composes an original short-form poem, and has written more than 1,000 of these gems. I love this poem, and her commitment to a creative practice that takes a specific form.
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Bob Trevino Likes It — movie
This is the Best Movie You Never Saw in 2025. It’s true! Starring John Leguizamo (love him) and Barbie Ferreira, this is a gentle, tender film about the power of being seen and truly seeing others in return. Beautiful.
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A Little Prayer — movie
An understated drama that looks at generational rifts and bonds. Actors David Strathairn and Jane Levy deliver quietly powerful performances.
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Bibliomancy Oracle
Have you ever asked a question, opened a book to a random page, and interpreted the text for a symbolic answer? That’s bibliomancy, the ancient practice of seeking guidance or predicting the future by randomly selecting and interpreting passages from a book, most commonly sacred texts like the Bible or I Ching.
I love horoscopes, tarot cards, and all things “by chance.” So I love the Bibliomancy Oracle created by poet Reb Livingston. The system uses lines of poetry as guidance. “The idea is that meaningful texts are offered via synchronicity,” she explains. “The relevant message finds you. You only need to be open to receiving it.”
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Books I Want To Read Because I Like The Title:
• The Trouble With Loving Poets and Other Essays on Failure, by Elizabeth Zaleski. I’ve never heard of this author but I am at one with the title. The book is scheduled for release this month.
• The Solace of Fierce Landscapes by Belden C. Lane. I don’t know this author either, but I’ve got to get this 1998 book.
As always, thanks for showing up. These are rough days with cruelties accumulating at an alarming pace. The heart and mind require rest.
We need to look for the bits of light. What are you liking lately? I’d love to hear from you.
Send light, write!