In a series of poems inspired by Gustav Mahler's Kindertotenlieder, E.D. Blodgett searches for meaning amidst grief. In the contemplative gentleness of his words, he finds the special light children possess in their state of unknowing as they encounter the world. These sparse poems move through acceptance and resignation to the solace that exists in the word. Blodgett's poetry will speak to readers who have experienced loss, are exploring grief, or want to find a way to connect with stillness.\n\n\nas bells that ring through\nthe winter air\n\nthe clear laughter of children\nsings in the trees\n\nalmost like brooks\nbursting in spring\n\nthe air stands up\nits joy unbound\n\nthe breath of it\nthe bright birth of stars
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