Dear Mr. Capsis,
First and foremost, I want to thank you for producing such a terrific publication! I have been a resident of the West Village going on 30 years, and have read WestView since its inception. Talk about fair and balanced reporting! (Fox news would draw and quarter me if they knew I was using their phrase—so be it…)
Over the years, I thought it would be interesting if there was a poetry corner for your readers. Poems submitted could focus on life and living in NYC. I think your readers would enjoy it. One poem could be featured each week, and who wouldn’t want to see their poem in your paper? I would suspect it might also increase circulation?
I have been in the field of social services since 1999 (currently working at Knickerbocker Village NORC NYC, see me on linked in) and now that I have a little more time on my hands, I thought I would submit a few poems for your review.
Whatever you decide to do, or not do, is fine with me. Just please keep being a voice for us; those that reflect the original sensibilities, values and history of what Greenwich Village stood for—AND for many, still stands for—a place shouting out to be governed of, by, and for the people!
Thank you for your time, and please feel free to contact me at any time.
Sincerely,
Mary
Readers, we’d like to hear from you. Do you agree with Mary? Would you like to see a Poetry corner or column? Email me at christyjoross@gmail.com and let us know.
Christy Ross, Associate Editor
