The Color Doesnt Matter

A plum tree blooms by my inkstone-washing sink, 
And every blossom is stained with the light ink.
Though lack of bright colors for people to praise,
It fills the world with pure fragrance and rays. 

(tran.)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Rodrigues Avatar
November 23, 2018 at 10:51 AM
Enjoyed! We can close our eyes and embrace the fragrance and rays.
Way Avatar
November 23, 2018 at 11:48 PM
Thank you so much for reading it for me, Kim. Charlie
Sands Avatar
November 23, 2018 at 10:14 AM
Nicely written Charlie :)
Way Avatar
November 23, 2018 at 11:49 PM
Thank you for your encouragement, Heidi. Charlie
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