Poetry Unbound BONUS: A Conversation with Sasha taqwšəblu LaPointe
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Jul 3, 2023 Sasha taqwšəblu LaPointe, author of Rose Quartz, discusses the significance of the word 'blue' in poetry, resilience of indigenous language revitalization, navigating cultural dichotomies, embracing regret and longing, and the interplay of weight and levity in poetry.
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The Power of "Blue" in Identity
- The repeated use of "blue" in the poem symbolizes identity, yearning, and experience.
- "Blue" acts as a doorway connecting cultural heritage, personal identity, and emotional states.
Legacy of Lushootseed Language Revival
- Sasha's grandmother preserved the Lushootseed language by recording elders and creating the first dictionary.
- Today, Lushootseed is revitalized through full immersion classes and young speakers, honoring her grandmother's legacy.
Kool-Aid Hair Dye Experiment
- Sasha mixed 17 packets of blue raspberry Kool-Aid in an attempt to dye her dark hair blue as a teenager.
- The Kool-Aid only stained her scalp and face, causing her family to be furious and make her stay home from a movie.