Tag: sky

  • Even Though You’re Upset

    How shall we explainTo the worldThe reason for our parting? Even though you’re upsetWith meFor the sake of everyone askingCome back Our grievances apartIf only to tormentMy heartCome back Even though we’re notAs close as beforeStill sometimeIf only for the sake of customCome back Admittedly hiding loveIs loveSomeday secretlyTo proclaim your loveCome back Come backIf…

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    afzal

  • The Sun Never Says

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    EvenAfterAll this timeThe sun never says to the earth, “You oweMe.” LookWhat happensWith love like that,It lights theWholeSky. Poem by Hafiz. Translation by Daniel Ladinsky

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    afzal

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