Bai Juyi finds the sadness of parting

[Neil Barker]

I like that painting by Chen Jiqun and it goes well with this poem. Also thanks for introducing Chen Jiqun - interesting style and and interesting backstory of their own.

[Julie Stander]

It's a metaphor for their friendship.

[Teàrlach]

I absolutely love this poem. You have translated some really beautiful poems. This one and the Chang e one really grab me.

[Teàrlach]

I keep coming back to this on at this point in time. A parting is imminent

[Phil H]

I hope your parting is only temporary

[Teàrlach]

I sent it to my friend.

[Teàrlach]

It is.