Ordinary Things

"Nothing short of miraculous." — Danielle Page, editor at The Clayjar ReviewIn Ordinary Things, Laura Kauffman turns a poet's eye toward the rhythms of daily life. Each poem is a careful meditation on the meaning found in what often goes unnoticed — mist in the winter woods, paint samples on the wall, the soft persistence of light.The language and photographs are sparse yet resonant, inviting the reader to engage the poems contemplatively. Both intimate and universal, Ordinary Things reminds us that poetry’s greatest power lies in its ability to see the extraordinary within the everyday.Whether reflecting on memory, nature, or the act of being human, Ordinary Things invites readers to pause, notice, and rediscover the wonder woven through daily existence.Perfect for readers who love:The reflective minimalism of Mary Oliver and Ada LimónPoetry that finds God in the mundaneCollections that balance intimacy and clarityPraise for Ordinary Things:“This is a book to read more than once, keep nearby, and share. It is a reminder that the writing we most need is hospitable, invigorating, and generous.”— Marilyn McEntyre, author of Caring for Words in a Culture of Lies and Word by Word (marilynmcentyre.com)"Laura Kauffman's poetry collection brings a sacredness to everyday things and an everyday-ness to sacred things, allowing nature, God, and humanity to hum together in unity just as they should. There is a beautiful harmony in her craft that truly makes the ordinary things of this life sing with glory and lore."— Kimberly Phinney, professor, author of Exalted Ground and Of Wings and Dirt"Kauffman's words anchor us in being human: embodied creatures capable of starting fires, forgiving ourselves, and looking for God in the ways of winter and honeybees."—Christina Hubbard, poet, artist, author of Water in Her Tender Leaves “Perfect winter read...To quote the author’s own words, it ‘left me clinging to magic/and my sled on the hill,’ wanting to watch ‘every exhale rise to the clouds/a ritual prayer of survival.’”— Rachel Joy Welcher, author of Sometimes Women Lie About Being Okay and Two Funerals, Then Easter“Warning — these prayers (poems?) might lead to leaving the dishes, canceling your lawn care service, and falling hope-heavy into the earth.”— John Blase, author of The Jubilee: Poems“In her collection Ordinary Things, Laura Kauffman writes a holy kind of poetry...Ordinary Things gives us eyes to see, ears to hear, and hearts to ‘love the world so well we can no longer settle for lesser companions.’”— Rosa Lía Gilbert, author of Under the Samán Tree: Poems on Home, Longing, and Belonging"Ordinary Things is a marvel for its simplicity, displayed in humble verse and without need for audience or accolades. It is nothing short of miraculous."— Danielle Page, editor at The Clayjar Review Read more