When Giving Is All We Have
About this poem, Alberto Ríos has written, “This is a poem of thanks to those who live lives of service, which, I think, includes all of us—from the large measure to the smallest gesture, from care-giving to volunteerism to being an audience member or a reader. I’ve been able to offer these words to many groups, not only as a poem but also as a recognition. We give for so many reasons, and are bettered by it.” A wonderful reminder now and always, this poem illustrates how deeply we need one another. This broadside was printed by Arizona’s own Mummy Mountain Press in partnership with the Arizona Community Foundation and Arizona Hispanics. Karla Elling illustrated and printed the lovely graphics.
Alberto Ríos. “When Giving Is All We Have.” Paradise Valley: Mummy Mountain Press, n.d.
