A celebration of poet Andrea Gibson - I awoke early Tuesday morning to news that Andrea Gibson (Poet Laureate of Colorado) had died. It is impossible to put into words the immensity in which Andrea and their work has effected me. Thank you for everything AG. I feel you in everything.
“Whenever I leave this world, whether it’s sixty years from now, I wouldn’t want anyone to say I lost some battle. I’ll be a winner that day.” – Andrea Gibson
Andrea Gibson was a winner today. On July 14th, at 4:16AM, Andrea Gibson died in their home surrounded by their wife, Meg, four ex-girlfriends, their mother and father, dozens of friends, and their three beloved dogs.
Andrea Gibson's Substack - Things that don't suck - Andrea's wife Meg will continue to publish new works from Andrea as well as stories about their life together. - Follow Meg + Buy her work
Come See Me in the Good Light - An extraordinary love story rooted in poetry, resilience, and deep connection emerges out of the cancer diagnosis received by Andrea Gibson, Colorado Poet Laureate. A beloved spoken word performer known for touring rock venues, Gibson met their partner Megan Falley on the poetry slam circuit, and their bond quickly grew. Now, they navigate life’s fragility together, writing, creating, and caring for their dogs, as Gibson prepares one final show and Megan works on a new book
Audio Excerpts from -
Andrea's Instagram - On Loving Life - read atop Cassandra Jenkins - Delphinium Bliss
The Bravest Conversation We've Ever Had - Excerpt from the poem 'Tincture' on We Can Do Hard Things
An Unforgettable Double Date with Andrea Gibson & Megan Falley - Meg reads love poem about Andrea on We Can Do Hard Things
Love Letter From the Afterlife - Andrea reading their poem "Love Letter From The Afterlife" to meg.
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