We can choose where our attention goes…
Why Not? What if we got our breaking news from morning dream circles with 10 of our closest neighbors? Around a fire, say, with eyes and hearts attuned to the unguarded loveliness that spills from…
What do you want to leave behind?
Copake Lake, Copake New York. Photo by Melinda Coppola I'm thrilled to have my poem "When your warm flesh" included in a new poetry anthology. "Intention of Love" anthology is edited by ZenJen Brown and…
MelindaMay 18, 2026
For All the Mothers
Hi there, I just wrote a little ditty for, well, For All the Mothers Those whose bodies have birthed tiny beings, those with chosen families born from a seed in their hearts, those who passed…
MelindaMay 9, 2026
Three Love Poems
Consortium Up before you, I hear your shuffle down the morning hall, the clearing of your throat, and my head turns of it’s own accord, trained by years of practice, and I’m looking for your…
MelindaFebruary 13, 2026
Ambling Towards Ambulation
Bink was a late walker. She was late with everything, actually—except with being adorable and precious and deeply loved. Here's a poem about walking from my book Little Pockets of Glow. If you haven't purchased…
MelindaFebruary 2, 2026
The Only Reasonable Light
image by Melinda, "Shekinah" Oh, there is so much pain in this peopled world, and I dare say the majority of it is delivered to humans by other humans. I don’t pretend any circumstances will…
MelindaJanuary 15, 2026
Meaningful gifts for those you appreciate
Hello friends! Are you looking for gifts for friends, family, and others who bring joy and comfort to your life and that of your loved ones? I have a few humble suggestions. If you’re in…
MelindaDecember 10, 2025
The Bus Stop Moms and Me
Hello, Today I'm sharing a short reading from my collection, "Little Pockets of Glow". Bus Stop Moms is a snapshot into my life in the slower lane of parenting my wonderful daughter who lives with…
MelindaDecember 5, 2025
The Introvert at the Podium
Hello there, I've been writing about life with my special needs daughter since she was a toddler. She is by far the most interesting person I know. Like many people who are wired differently, she’s…
MelindaOctober 7, 2025