Monthly Archives: September 2022

An Indian Painting

Posted on September 9, 2022 by hazinedar

The world has four great gates, Guarded by four angels. One is North and, across, South. West and East, the others. The East gate is bright mother of pearl, In front a luminous angel Wearing a diamond crown and belt … Continue reading →

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Wind

Posted on September 7, 2022 by hazinedar

The wind blows the curtains at my window, Ruffles up, foams the sea. Come in wind, gently, free me from my quandary. You are a stranger here, where are you from? You look tired, sit down, rest at my bedside, … Continue reading →

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A Prayer

Posted on September 6, 2022 by hazinedar

The sea took the sailor into its depths – Unaware, his mother lit a tall candle To mother Mary for her son To soon return, for clement weather – She listened to the wind, But as the mother begged and … Continue reading →

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Yeniköy

Posted on September 4, 2022 by hazinedar

If you see a village, stranger, where nature always smiles, Where girls lovely as roses are Hidden among plane trees, stop, You are in Yeniköy. When you go for a long, evening walk, pause a while And see the chestnut … Continue reading →

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At the Same Place

Posted on September 3, 2022 by hazinedar

The ambiance of the house, the cafes, the district Where I lived for years. I created you from my joys, my sorrows, From my many adventures. You have become my feelings Constantine P. Cavafy (1863-1933). Aynı Yerde. Translated from the … Continue reading →

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