Concision Issue 5.1 embodies renewal and commitment for me. There is so much grief, yes. And there is so much commitment, so much community to lean into. I'm grateful to these poets--these artists--for sharing this vision with you.

HAPPY GALENTINE’S DAY! Earlier this week I was in a coffee shop writing and overheard two sweet teen friends making Galentine’s Day plans. They had no idea Leslie Knope invented it, yet her vision for a nationally celebrated holiday has come true! #amypoehler #galentinesday2025 #persisttoresist

Red Lipstick Was More Than Just Make-Up for Suffragettes

By wearing a red lip, you’re doing more than boosting your confidence, you’re displaying a symbol of power that’s embedded in the history of women's rights

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This morning, crocuses are peeking out, Minnesota. Love this quiet reminder to emerge (when you’re ready) too!

Last night’s reading at The White Squirrel totally recharged me. Thank you to @cwahmanholm.bsky.social and LM Brimmer for sharing that space with me (and thanks to Conduit for hosting us!) If you missed it, but need a poetry/forrest bath, this is for you.

BSE. Three Questions and a Poem. Haley Lasche on _ONE_.

YouTube video by Haley Lasché

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