We’re turning the tables with a poet’s-choice question. This month, what was one question became many when Curious but Courteous asked the cowboy poets, “What question would you like to be asked?”

From community gardens to firefighting camps to folklife centers, Robin Wignall reminds us that, even in rural places, there are as many entry points into community as there are Saturday afternoon samples at Costco. Dig in with a little intention and a community may spring up.

It’s a riddle of rhythms. How much does a horse’s rhythm share with a cowboy’s poetry? And how much does a cowboy share with their horse? Read on for the pros’ answers to this month’s question from Instagram follower @carteagraphy, who asks, “Does your horse's gait affect your writing, and do you read out loud to your horse?”

This month, @fordthejord on Instagram asks, “How do you approach editing? Is a poem ever really done?”

This month, the poets reply to Fern from Ferndale, who asks “How is the current weather situation affecting your spring chores on the ranch? Do you have a favorite spring poem to share?”

This month, we asked Virginia Bennett which poems she might’ve shared if she’d been on stage during the Ask a Cowboy Poet live show.

Hopeful in Yellowstone asks “As you reflect on the past year and look forward to 2023, what are your hopes for the New Year? and do you have any resolutions or lessons learned or traditions that guide you this time of year?” And, the poets answer with their unique brand of hope.