Sunday, July 12, 2015

Multiple metaphor

Oriole Shuttle by Liuo Kezhuang, a Song dynasty patriot

Throw the shuttle, darting through the tall willow tree,
Calling calling over and over, making the sound of the loom.
Luoyang* March flowers like shiny satin--
How much effort will such weaving require?

*a big city


Jianghu Cherry Blossom

No. 2

Observing new cherry blossoms, like they're smiling.
Suddenly, bright red drops scatter all around.*
No change in bright colors**, don't be shocked.
These flowers used to be high up in the branches, in full bloom.***

*The Japanese government changes a lot. 
**figurative of the emperor
***The prime minister's brother became the next prime minister.

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