【Blue Lake】

                                   By Tian Yu Zhi

                 The color of the lake is dark blue 

                 It is mourning, I know it when I see the color，

                 The same color I saw when my father died，

                 For a period of time, I saw everything dark blue

                 The grief counselor told us 

                 They would follow us for thirteen months.
        
                 After we spent all the festivals, birthdays, without him,

                 In a year, we finally accepted the fact that

                 He was no longer with us 

                I understand you, my dear blue lake, a sentimental, gentle soul

                You are mourning, in pain, of whatever loss you had

                Please take your time, take good care of yourself

                I am here if you need me, or would like to talk

                Please only come to find me when you are healed

                I am not going anywhere in any case. I will be fine,

                Keeping your love and promises in mind.

                With all my love to you, tight hugs 

                                       2024.4.11