There are a lot of things to learn from Fischer, and his connection and engagement with language poetry makes him more attractive for my study.
I love what he said about making it intact as the whole point—if not a necessary task in life. We don’t have a choice but to remain in tact. And if there is anything a religious life must do for me and the world, it must be that.
Fischer had clear reasons and motivations for pursuing experimental writing: Zen’s connection with language philosophy and practice. Fischer’s motivations triggered thoughts about my motivations for studying experimental writing.
Fischer deliberately built a poetics based on his spirituality. This involves a commitment to Zen and deepening into it. I must do the same with my own religious inclinations.