67 years old (Born on August 04, 1958)
Happy birthday, Allison Hedge Coke! May your special day be filled with poetry-proof candles—ones that burn just bright enough to illuminate the room but refuse stubbornly to drip wax on any literary manuscripts. You've conquered award ceremonies and residency halls; surely you can manage a mischievous cake candle or two!From the evocative imagery of "Rock, Ghost, Willow, Deer" through your compelling journey in "Dog Road Woman," you've gifted us stories woven beautifully into poetic forms. With each poem penned and class inspired as Hartwick College's distinguished NEH Writer-in-Residence, you remind us all why celebrating another year is itself poetic justice. Here's hoping this coming chapter brings inspiration—and maybe slightly less writer’s block!
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