I’m not ashamed at my age to stick a flower in my hair.
The flower is the embarrassed one, topping an old man’s head.
People laugh as I go home drunk, leaning on friends–
ten miles of elegant blinds raised halfway for watching.
translated by Burton Watson
The personification of the flower is a charming addition to the addition of the flower itself.
Yes, it is quite clever and works within the playfulness of the poem.
Truly beautiful…. I love the contemplative atmosphere and the living spirit of the Flower representing Wholeness!~ Best wishes, Leonard! Aquileana ⭐
Glad you liked it. And thanks for retweeting this on tweeter.
love this – must be my age 🙂
Yes, it does appeal to those of a “certain” age.