The Poetry Nook

Spring Awakenings (April 2026)


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In a special seasonal episode of the Nook, Charlie brings a few springtime poems to the table to discuss with Analía. From Ted Kooser, a dog poem that creates a bridge between winter and spring; from Tom Hennen, a love poem that makes spring a force multiplier for (possibly) romantic love; and from Mary Oliver, a butterfly parable about spring as a time to fly.

  • "Old Dog in March" by Ted Kooser
  • "Found on the Earth" by Tom Hennen
  • "Spring Azures" by Mary Oliver
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The Poetry NookBy Charlie Hunt and Analía Gómez Vidal