The End of my Blog (for a while)

I have absolutely loved doing this blog as part of my research, but now it is time to concentrate on writing my research paper.  I have loved reading Enniss's and Haughton's books about Mahon's life, where he has travelled and followed his journey and also Derek's poems which I think are wonderful. So I would like to continue my research and do my dissertation in 2017 on Mahon's work, looking into his poetry in more depth.  But in the meantime I would like to dedicate this blog to my grandmother Mary (Minnie) Kerr nee Mahon and to her wonderful sister - Aunt Cissy Mahon, who was so proud of Derek's achievements.

So for you both ... xxx

Remix Video of Derek Mahon's poem "Everything is Going to be Alright". All rights go to the owners of the videos and music. Song: "Never Gonna Break My Faith" - Aretha Franklin featuring Mary J. Blige and The Boys Choir of Harlem, Published on 10th December 2014.

"Everything is Going to be Alright"

How should I not be glad to contemplate
the clouds clearing beyond the dormer window
and a high tide reflected on the ceiling?
There will be dying, there will be dying,
but there is no need to go into that.
The poems flow from the hand unbidden
and the hidden source is the watchful heart;
the sun rises in spite of everything
and the far cities are beautiful and bright.
I lie here in a riot of sunlight
watching the day break and the clouds flying.
Everything is going to be all right.

Copyright Edgar Rodriguez