Illusion by Orhan Veli Kanık

I’m saved from an old love,
Now all women are beautiful,
My shirt’s new,
I’ve washed,
I’ve shaved,
It’s peaceful.
Spring is here.
The sun is out.
I’m in the street, people are relaxed,
I’m relaxed, too.

translated by George Messo

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