Poetry Unbound Aaron Caycedo-Kimura — What’s Kept Alive
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Nov 18, 2022 Aaron Caycedo-Kimura, writer and visual artist, reflects on the emotional impact of revisiting his former home and discusses the significance of place. Delve into a poignant poem that unravels the story of a garden, its caretakers, and the emotions it holds, exploring the bittersweet experience of letting go. The garden symbolizes the passage of time, connection with nature, and important elements like love and family. The podcast reflects on death, memory, marriage, and the significance of love and beauty.
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Tender Garden Care Reflection
- Aaron Caycedo-Kimura reflects on his mother navigating a garden her late husband planted.
- He hovers close behind her, symbolizing care and the nearing departure from the family home.
Poem Unfolds Family Layers
- The poem unfolds multiple layers of family life and loss with elegant simplicity.
- Small moments reveal relationships, care, and passage of time within the garden's story.
Hovering between Presence and Departure
- The word "hover" carries dual meaning: readiness to support and a sense of not fully belonging.
- It reflects the family's impending departure and connection to the garden's care and memory.