Night settles on this mountain village;
a dog barks 'way over there.
From the gate of my hut
I see a cold moon in a cold sky.
Hey there dog! Why bark like that?
The moon and I want to sleep.
Notes
Poem Origin: Korea, date unknown, likely 16th century
Poem translation © 2004 by Dr. Larry Gross
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LOL...You can't help but see the comical side to this sijo. I find the humour in this piece to be modern in delivery, or maybe that is just how I see it. (It would be nice to get Larry's view on the humour).
A wonderful and light hearted look on a common annoyance. This piece works well, the form effective for the delivery of such a perspective on life.
Andrew -
Hey this is absolutly wonderful!!! It reminds me of a book i have read....it was called the direy's of the dracul family...i think...But i liked this piece!
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