I think you're quite right about the role of language.
I see my own contribution to be writing outside of those scenarios—but not because they aren't important. Just that others can contribute more meaningfully in those areas, and I think it's good to remember what else is offered out there.
Thank you James. Language is a powerful tool. It is also a gift. You use this gift well. Poetry speaks to the most profound and important aspects of language.
Your essay was a striking reminder of words' immense power in shaping our world. The way you explored the nuances of language in conflict was profound. I particularly appreciated how you highlighted the need for complexity in our discourse to truly understand the human stories behind events.
Thank You, Jon. The debate over words is a "wordy" one indeed. Words are problems and solutions. Just talking about words brings out the need for more words.
Sandolore, you are so right. I appreciate your kind words. Yes, nuance is important in translating from one language to the next and also within a language itself.
I have been thinking about the French phrase about putting tickets on things and the haphazard way we can ticket something to write it off. It is so important to use the correct word to define things. Your piece does such a lovely job expressing the nuances of our weird times.
I think you're quite right about the role of language.
I see my own contribution to be writing outside of those scenarios—but not because they aren't important. Just that others can contribute more meaningfully in those areas, and I think it's good to remember what else is offered out there.
Thank you James. Language is a powerful tool. It is also a gift. You use this gift well. Poetry speaks to the most profound and important aspects of language.
That's very kind, Richard, thank you.
Your essay was a striking reminder of words' immense power in shaping our world. The way you explored the nuances of language in conflict was profound. I particularly appreciated how you highlighted the need for complexity in our discourse to truly understand the human stories behind events.
Thank You, Jon. The debate over words is a "wordy" one indeed. Words are problems and solutions. Just talking about words brings out the need for more words.
Sandolore, you are so right. I appreciate your kind words. Yes, nuance is important in translating from one language to the next and also within a language itself.
I have been thinking about the French phrase about putting tickets on things and the haphazard way we can ticket something to write it off. It is so important to use the correct word to define things. Your piece does such a lovely job expressing the nuances of our weird times.
I thank you for your thoughtful and engaged reply to this post. You've engaged the language debate thoroughly. I'm grateful for your words.