A Tidbit of Blewett Jean Blewett was a Canadian journalist, editor and poet. Her poetry speaks to the commonality of all people, our joys, longings, desires, humour and sensitivity. This set gives us a peek at her artistry through four of her poems. #1 The Cricket The cricket on the hearth is a sign of good luck. The cricket himself opens this subject with comments about his alleged ‘good luck’. What a delight to discover that there is a child’s percussion toy called a ‘cricket’ allowing him to be a part of the humour and the music. #2 The Miscreant Blewett cautions us with our own tendencies to be judgemental of others. #3 Air Castles The thrill of success is contrasted with the heartbreak of failure. #4 Joy! Blewett’s descriptors of joy in this succinct little verse aptly describe the word itself, Joy!