Originally published on July 27, 2014 on the now-defunct Best American Poetry blog. Republished in The Trouble Clef.
A few aphorisms from my upcoming book:
1. When words are few, each finds its place. It’s easy to get lost in a crowd.
2. Hearing voices is not insanity, writing them down – is.
3. Do not argue with idiots, they will outsmart you.
4. Most memories are forgotten more than once.
5. It's not fully yours until you have shortened it.
6. If you are a big ship, stay away from shallow waters.
7. Some weeds are worth cultivating.
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