Remembering Poets Through Their Work

Reflecting on the recent loss of poets like W S Merwin, Mary Oliver, and Linda Gregg, the speaker finds solace in the enduring presence of their poems. Each poet's work captures different facets of life and provides timeless wisdom. The speaker cherishes how a poem by Merwin resonated deeply with them, carrying it around until it fell apart. Merwin's view that 'Rainlight' was not a rational poem resonated with the speaker, highlighting the beauty in poetry's ability to transcend logic and touch the soul with profound meaning.