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.
