Yesterday, Garrison Keillor read Hands by Jack Ridl. The words were brilliant and when I realized it was this Jack Ridl, I just had to share with you. I am pretty sure I have run into Mr. Ridl a few times when I lived in Holland, and I had the pleasure of knitting with his wife occasionally at a local knitting group!
But, back to his poem…it is brilliant, and so appropriate for a Monday! Here is to a week with my hands being busy…and no boredom!
(You can read Mr. Ridl’s poem here on his blog)
Photo by Luis Quintero from Pexels
Thanks for this wonderful introduction to a new-to-me poet! I just spent 20 minutes on Jack Ridl’s website, reading his poems and the stories behind them. I love the simplicity and honesty he conveys in his well-chosen words.
Jack Ridl is new to me too (and I spent quite a bit of time on his website) – thanks! That is a beautiful poem. Makes me think of my Grandfather.
Also new to me! Thank you 🙂 I hope your Monday is extra kind and sweet to you!
That is a great poem! Thanks for sharing!
Off to explore Jack Ridl!
What a lovely poem! Thank you for sharing it.
Another poet to get to know. Thank you! And I didn’t know you lived in Holland for a bit – how awesome!
Wonderful poem, thank you for sharing.
oh Kat, what a lovely treat! I enjoyed hearing him talk about Isabel Allende, too. Hope it’s a better week. xoxo.