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This episode examines the crosses that are chosen for us and, all too often, the crosses we cling to. It examines the human experience through the lens of redemptive suffering.

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This episode discusses God's role as the creator and our role as "craftsmen" as we follow in His image. This episode delves not only into our creative nature but also our relationship with natural creation itself.

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Episode 6, titled "Loneliness," focuses on just that! The poems focus on millennial loneliness, loneliness chosen over fear, and modern solutions to an age-old problem.

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Episode four, entitled “Rugged Femininity” explores the infinite manifestations of womanhood. The poems in this episode explore woman as hero, saint, and friend.

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This episode discusses the beauty and romance of a life lived with eternity in mind. It considers this through the lenses of romantic love, fraternal love, and self-love.

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