Sakura Matsuri

Sleeping under the trees on Yoshino mountain
The spring breeze wearing Cherry blossom petals.

the Spring wind
scattering blossoms
I saw it in a dream
but when I awoke the sound
was still rustling in my breast

Saigyo

3 Responses

  1. blossomssudden fragrancejoy
    blossoms

    sudden fragrance
    joy swells the moment
    spring seduces my heart

  2. bloomyou sing to mewith
    bloom

    you sing to me
    with blossom breath

    the spring winds
    in your words
    put cherry petals
    on my lips

  3. soul pollenI squint, smile,
    soul pollen

    I squint, smile, and sneeze
    Tears in eyes, but it’s alright
    In this warm sunshine

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