Poetry Unbound

Diego Báez — Inheritance

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Dec 20, 2024
Diego Báez's poem reveals the shifting perceptions of time experienced by parents. Memories of the past, present, and future merge as images of a child evoke a profound emotional journey. The discussion highlights how parenthood transforms identity and memory, drawing connections between these themes through vivid metaphors. The transformative power of family relationships emerges, showcasing the desire to honor fleeting moments in monumental ways.
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ANECDOTE

Poem as Mirror

  • In workshops, people seamlessly shift from discussing poems to their own lives.
  • The poem becomes a mirror, reflecting their experiences and changing their interpretation.
INSIGHT

Metaphor of the Car and Daughter's Journey

  • Diego Báez's poem "Inheritance" uses the car as a metaphor for his daughter's life journey.
  • Báez acknowledges his daughter will develop her own narrative, separate from his.
INSIGHT

Parenthood and Time

  • Parenthood shifts one's perception of time, its function, and centrality.
  • It's not just about time moving faster, but a deeper engagement with life and death.
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