Certainly! Here’s a different poem to feature for June 25, 2024:
Good day, readers. Today is June 25th, the 177th day of the year 2024, with 189 days remaining.
To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Today in Literary History:
On this day in 1903, Eric Arthur Blair, who wrote under the pen name, George Orwell, the British author best known for his dystopian novels 1984 and Animal Farm, was born. Orwell’s works explore themes of totalitarianism, propaganda, and individual freedom, leaving a profound impact on literature and political thought.
Notable Birthdays:
Eric Carle, born on June 25, 1929, was an American author and illustrator of children’s books. His most famous work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has charmed generations with its colorful artwork and engaging storytelling, becoming a staple in children’s literature.
Today’s Readings:
From Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë: “I am no bird; and no net ensnares me: I am a free human being with an independent will.”
Literary Fact of the Day:
On June 25th, 1951, CBS broadcasted the first color television show, ushering in a new era of visual storytelling. This technological advancement influenced the way stories were told and consumed, blending the realms of literature, theater, and visual art.
Poem of the Day:
“Wild Geese” by Mary Oliver:
You do not have to be good.
You do not have to walk on your knees
for a hundred miles through the desert, repenting.
You only have to let the soft animal of your body
love what it loves.
Tell me about despair, yours, and I will tell you mine.
Meanwhile the world goes on.
Meanwhile the sun and the clear pebbles of the rain
are moving across the landscapes,
over the prairies and the deep trees,
the mountains and the rivers.
Meanwhile the wild geese, high in the clean blue air,
are heading home again.
Whoever you are, no matter how lonely,
the world offers itself to your imagination,
calls to you like the wild geese, harsh and exciting—
over and over announcing your place
in the family of things.
Mary Oliver’s poem is a comforting reminder that we are all part of the natural world, and it encourages us to embrace our true selves and find solace in the beauty around us. Its gentle yet profound message makes it a perfect reflection for today.
Advice for Writers:
Inspired by Ralph Waldo Emerson’s quote, consider how you can infuse authenticity into your writing. Explore how staying true to your voice and perspective can create powerful, relatable narratives that resonate with readers and stand out in a world full of noise.
Have a day of empowering reading and authentic writing, dear readers. Until tomorrow, may your literary journeys be as unique and profound as your true selves.