Cicada

By tassel-like tentacles the cicada suck the clear dew,
The sparse parasol trees its voice penetrates through.
Higher position makes its sounds heard far and wide,
It’s not because of the support autumn winds provide.r
(tran.)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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De Beaulieu Avatar
October 7, 2019 at 1:30 PM
Hello Charlie Way, so the leaves sways to the breeze of the wind. I have enjoyed this poem. have a nice day my friend.
Way Avatar
October 8, 2019 at 2:51 AM
Drlene, your timely comments are greatly appreciated. All the best, Charlie
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