The Pear-Blossom Pavilion by Shin Cham

Thirty springs have passed since I first came here;
Visiting the site of my past pleasure only grieves my heart.
In the yard, the pear tree still blossoms,
But those who sang and danced are gone.

translated by Sung-Il Lee

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