The sun was shining brightly and my spirits were lifted greatly during my jog.
1 四月初到陽光好 The sun is bright with the newly arrived month of four,
2 花間莫辭金蓮步 Amidst the flowers, nary hesitation to steps of golden lotuses.
3 奈何一笑扇遮唇 To no avail, a smile hidden by the fan.
4 是恐蜂蝶向君訴 For fear of telltale bees and butterflies to my Lord.
1 The lunar fourth month although this was written with April in mind.
2 “Golden Lotus” or “Golden Lilies” are euphemisms for the tiny feet bound feet of the women. 三寸金蓮, three Inch Golden Lotuses. It is akin to the 19th century western craze for wasp waisted women.
4 Butterflies and bees are Casanova dandies. Here they are referred to the maids in attendance.
Saturday, April 1, 2023
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