In Fox Dreams, Laura Smyth invites readers on a poetic journey that sharpens perception and deepens understanding of both the natural world and human experience. With precise and lyrical language, Smyth confronts deeply human themes of loss, grief, aging, and the complexities of parenthood against the untamed backdrop of nature. She artfully balances what is often unseen or ignored-homelessness, dementia, the forgotten and forsaken-against the luminous details that make existence vibrant and immediate.
These poems remind us of the small, sentient details of existence and the presence of both nature and a higher power. They encourage a nuanced exploration of the boundaries we navigate and the connections we seek. Through her work, readers see with sharpened vision and feel with heightened awareness, finding solace and revelation in the quiet spaces between words. This collection, rich with "small bouquets of cold and light and shadow," is a testament to the profound and enduring relationship between the human soul and the natural world.
Fox Dreams serves as a clear lens through which to view our imperfect humanity, urging us to pause, reflect, and recognize both the limitations and the untapped possibilities within our lives.