Dusk in the Fragrant Village
- Bottlenecked Yearnings
We met in the village
as dusk settled in
Frogs leaping and bounding
a symphony within
Honeysuckle's buds
so slender and late
Yearning to bloom
but alas, it's too late
～～～
Like bottlenecks
the path ahead seems unclear
Yet the village in June
its fragrance so dear
You, with skilled hands
carved flowers so fair
Adorning the shackles
that I had to bear
～～～
These flowers, though lovely
cannot be bestowed
Bound by the chains
that my freedom erode
But in this moment
amidst nature's embrace
I find solace and peace
in this quiet place
～～～
The village, a haven
where time seems to halt
Offering respite
from life's heavy assault
Here, in this sanctuary
my soul can take wing
As I dream of the freedom
that tomorrow may bring
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Dawnxisoul393art
Dawnxisoul393art, an illustrator and designer couple living on a remote island in Hong Kong. Listen to the sea's vows and look at the persistent blue sky. Waves and white sails, blue sky and white clouds. The landscape and canvas ahead.
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