1527: Native Grasses by Lynnell Edwards

About this episode

This episode features the poem 'Native Grasses' by Lynnell Edwards, reflecting on childhood and nature treasures.

Today’s poem is Native Grasses by Lynnell Edwards. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “When my son was younger, he loved to collect what he called “nature treasures” — pinecones, acorns, stones, seashells. I’d find them when I emptied his pockets, doing the laundry. I’d find them in my purses and coat pockets, where he’d slipped them for me to discover myself. He’s in middle school now, and he’s outgrown this for the most part. But not entirely. Sometimes he still brings me a wildflower, an unusual feather, or a stone he notices. And as a little wink and a nod to his younger self, he still calls them “nature treasures.”” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation and get access to the sponsor-free version of The Slowdown today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

People in this episode

Host: Maggie

Topics covered

• poetry
• nature
• parenting
• childhood memories
• reflection

Keywords

• poem
• nature treasures
• childhood
• wildflower
• feather

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