The Slowdown: Poetry & Reflection Daily 1412: Ledge (ars poetica) (love poem) (true story) by Amorak Huey
Dec 15, 2025
Explore the concept of ars poetica as Maggie Smith delves into its rich tradition and shares Horace's insights for poets. Discover valuable tips on embracing authenticity in writing and the importance of honesty in the creative process. Experience the layers of meaning in Amorak Huey's poignant poem 'Ledge,' which beautifully intertwines themes of love and the fragility of life. Celebrate the power of poetry and its role in navigating our emotions and experiences.
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Poetry As Life Lessons
- Ars Poetica poems teach about life as much as they teach about poetry.
- Maggie Smith says poetic advice often doubles as guidance for living well.
Simple Mantras From A Mentor
- Be yourself, tell the truth, and take risks in your writing and life.
- Maggie Smith relays mentor Stanley Plumlee's counsel: write good poems and the rest will follow.
Precarity Connects Roles
- The episode highlights precarity as central to writing, loving, and living.
- That fragility connects the poem's roles as ars poetica, love poem, and true story.