Everything in the world has its hierarchy, much like the distinct layers of meat. Without the diversities of life, how could there be such a colorful world? When I hold you, you are a crystal glass; when I let go, you are merely shards of glass.
Few people encounter each other in life, and even fewer to whom we can truly give ourselves. Therefore, let us simply focus on the present and live a simple life.
As the poem asks, "What is love that makes one willing to die for it?" Love may only need the nourishment of sweet words, unlike marriage which requires the mundane reality of daily necessities. There is always a vast gap between reality and dreams; no matter how hard one strives, some things remain unchangeable.
If you wish to experience the joy of travel, you must have the courage to go at a moment's notice; if you desire a rich life, you must possess a spirit of adventure. Similarly, to enjoy a peaceful life, one must learn to embrace solitude; to seek unearned gains, one must endure the judgmental gaze of others; to receive help, one must learn to observe. This world operates on reciprocity—to receive love, one must first learn to love.
Last night there was no wind or rain, only a dreamy intoxication, for fear of wasting this precious time. I shall lightly trim the old dreams, waiting for dusk, when ink scent and fine paper create amber moments. Walking by the river, playing with fish, meeting the breeze, and accompanying happiness. The natural water, sky, grass, and flowers bring harmony and tranquility, offering comfort and satisfaction under the autumn sun. Walking by the river, catching a breeze and a ray of sunshine, let the heart wander with joy, wishing this happiness could bloom and stay forever!
Try and experience the different processes of life. Everyone pursues perfection, but there is no need to demand too much of oneself.
Rely on oxygen to sustain life, rely on integrity to uphold one's spine, rely on righteousness to establish character, rely on vitality to welcome hope, rely on courage to gain strength, rely on integrity to realize ideals, rely on talent to write prose, and rely on popularity to foster prosperity.
