I first read this poem in my father's final days. It took my breath away. Tomorrow will mark one week since we lost him, but I know he's still with us. So grateful to have (finally!) read _The People's Project_, edited by @theferocity.bsky.social and @maggiesmithpoet.bsky.social, where it appears.

Weapons (2025)

Immediately thought of a recent "winner of the week" on @extrahotgreat.com when I saw these two in the crowd at the Knicks game.

It's here! Delightful!

Mine is celebrating.

Clear front-runner for best animated picture, at least with certain members of this household.

I am telling you: when everything else is absolute trash, my students keep me going. They are so funny and smart and beautifully human. Here's a bit from an essay proposal for ENGL 102.

Caught my girl looking so pensive and thoughtful that I almost sobbed? Am I projecting? Yes.

Very excited to say that this is coming soon(ish): mcfarlandbooks.com/product/Amer...