JOYCE CAROL OATES

Onlario Review

Dear Gena Hamshaw:

I choose this poem because it is succinct, brilliant, and profound in its wisdom.

Tell all the Truth but tell it slant--

Success in Circuit lies--

Too bright for our infirm Delight

The Truth’s superb surprise

As Lightning to the Children eased

With explanation kind

The Truth must dazzle gradually

Or every man be blind--

Emily Dickinson

Good luck with your project!

Sincerely,