About this episode

A poetic tribute exploring the profound experience of losing a mother, inspired by Danish poet Inger Christensen.

By Mette Post Riggelsen (2026) A sonic crown of sonnets about that horrible moment, when you mother dies and becomes particles of light without a word. A poetic tribute to mothers, to life and to the Danish poet Inger Christensen. First created for the HearSay festival in 2026 where this feature won the Art prize. … Continue reading "Has He Been Standing There All Along?"

Topics covered

• grief
• poetry
• motherhood
• art
• life
• Danish literature

Keywords

• sonnets
• grief
• mother
• light
• Inger Christensen
• poetic tribute
• HearSay festival
• Art prize

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