Bidding Farewell by Chong Chi-sang

A single leaf falls in the yard.
Near my desk, crickets chirp sadly.
I know I cannot hold you here.
I wonder where your journey will take you.
My longing will follow you to where the mountains end,
As I seek you in my dream on a moonlit night.
When the spring river ripples green along the bank,
I beg you not to forget your promise to return.

translated by Sung-Il Lee

5 thoughts on “Bidding Farewell by Chong Chi-sang

  1. Do you mind if I add a little bit more?

    I hear you are sad about things.
    And there are moments of darkness.
    Remember that wherever you are
    You are loved.
    It would be better
    If you were here.

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