【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