Poetry Unbound Gregory Pardlo — Wishing Well
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Oct 2, 2020 
Gregory Pardlo, the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and director of the MFA program at Rutgers-Camden, explores the beauty of unexpected human encounters. He reflects on a chance meeting by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, revealing how a simple question can spark profound connection. Topics include urban isolation, vulnerability in relationships, and the warmth found in fleeting interactions. Pardlo's insights illustrate how poetry can emerge from daily life, enhancing our understanding of solitude and the power of shared experiences.
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Poetry's Purpose
- Poetry celebrates unexpected human encounters and moments.
- It honors surprising meetings with strangers, capturing their essence.
Encounter at the Met
- A man at the Met asks the speaker if a fountain is a wishing well.
- The speaker, initially aloof, joins the man in a shared wish.
Urban Sounds
- Pardlo's poem captures urban conversation and settings effectively.
- It uses casual dialogue to create a sense of realism.