Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Winding River


Heron, Bird, Wild, Nature, Life, Forest
courtesy of Pixabay  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

soft petals ushering in a new season                
I wonder how long until they fall
my heart beats to a new rhythm
thirsty for a kiss from flowing waters
blue herons cradle in the tall pines
dragons guard the portal to the stars
life is a journey to find understanding
balance is the key to true happiness

Winding River - Du Fu

 Each piece of flying blossom leaves spring the less,
I grieve as myriad points float in the wind.
I watch the last ones move before my eyes,
And cannot have enough wine pass my lips.
Kingfishers nest by the little hall on the river,
Unicorns lie at the high tomb’s enclosure.
Having studied the world, one must seek joy,
For what use is the trap of passing honour?


linking with dVerse

Laura is hosting - We are to select one of the
given poems in the prompt and give our own
interpretation.

I didn't use the full form but, I did go 8 lines
with 7 words.  Sometimes, I break the rules.

Thanks for visiting


 

30 comments:

  1. Clever reinterpretation, and so lovely.

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  2. Very nicely done... It is so interesting to read other's interpretation of the same poem. I love these lines...
    blue herons cradle in the tall pines
    dragons guard the portal to the stars

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    1. I agree Dwight, as we all have our own spin. The herons came to mind as i have seen a pair near my place. I saw one fly to the top of a pine.

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  3. life is a journey to find understanding
    balance is the key to true happiness

    Breaking rules or otherwise it is a perfect close, True! Beautiful shot in cleverly interpreting the given poem.

    Hank

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    1. Hi Hank

      I am always striving for balance, I hope you are well! You are still number one in my book. Smiling

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  4. Light yet profound interpretation of the poem, Truedessa. Truly lovely!

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  5. 'Balance is the key to true happiness.' I agree! Beautifully written. :-)

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    1. If only we could find a place of peaceful balance in the world.

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  6. Delicately done, Truedessa! I love the lines:
    ‘my heart beats to a new rhythm
    thirsty for a kiss from flowing waters’
    and agree that ‘balance is the key to true happiness.

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    1. It seems we all seek balance, may we find it in our daily lives.

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  7. I loved this poem and the interpretation of the original but
    "dragons guard the portal to the stars" blew me away, as they say!

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    1. Laura thank you for the inspiring prompt! The dragons are there standing guard...

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    1. Thank you Alex, somewhere beyond the stars dreams unravel...

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  9. So lovely. I often see a heron perched at the very tiptop of a very tall tree. So cool to see them in unexpected places.

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    1. Hi Sherry, I agree I wonder if there is nest up there somewhere? Perhaps, a tall maple might be a better option? I am always thrilled to have one visit.

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  10. "life is a journey to find understanding
    balance is the key to true happiness"
    Your closing couplet is outstanding in capturing the theme of the original.

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    1. Hi Ken,

      Thanks for the lovely comment about the closing couplet. I keep learning new things every day.

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  11. I have read your poetry for so long so I am happy you could bring in the dragon again... just lovely.

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    1. Bjorn, How could I not include a dragon? It speaks to my heart. We have been around for awhile reading each others words. I always appreciate your comments.

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  12. Truly wonderful!! You are so talented with your words! Big Hugs!

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    1. Thank you for your kind words. Big Hugs back

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    2. "life is a journey to find understanding,
      balance is the key to true happiness."
      The last couplet brings out a hidden depth to the poem.

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    3. Thank you, I hope happiness weaves into your life.

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  13. This is incredibly incredibly beautiful! I especially admire; "my heart beats to a new rhythm thirsty for a kiss from flowing waters blue herons cradle in the tall pines."💝💝

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