Max’s Musings: Emily Dickinson

What does a poet do when they struggle with their identity?

Emily Dickinson stands as one of the backbones of American poetry. When I started Max’s Musings, her name immediately rang through my mind. I knew I would eventually share one of her beloved poems, yet I wanted to find the right one for me.

Maxwell Meier

(he/him) Writing has always been cathartic and therapeutic for Maxwell. He enjoys spreading his creativity through a multitude of mediums like poetry, art, and photography. Maxwell earned his bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Texas at San Antonio. He served as a poetry editor and managing editor for the college’s literary arts journal, The Sagebrush Review. Maxwell moved to Seattle, Washington at the beginning of March of 2024 with his boyfriend. When he is not reading or writing, Maxwell enjoys watching Friends, listening to Oh Wonder, or hunting for Funko Pops. He hopes to unearth the hidden gems that lie within our vast city. 

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