1. Reference Number 1
In poetry, the imagery of the author's characters always directly relates to the work's content. Through familiar images, sounds, or scents, one can express their emotions towards reality. In the poem 'Ra vườn nhặt nắng' by author Nguyễn Thế Hoàng Linh, the image of the author's grandfather appears throughout the poem, also speaking about a childhood connected with the author's grandfather.
'Ra vườn nhặt nắng' is an 'action' considered unrealistic. Firstly, because sunlight is not a tangible entity, humans cannot touch it. Going to the garden to collect sunlight is a series of interconnected actions. Using it as the title of a poem is indeed very interesting.
The author describes the grandfather appearing right after the series of actions of going to the garden to collect sunlight in the title. The scene of a bright golden summer afternoon, the grandfather leisurely goes to the garden, picking up pieces of summer. For some reason, this action is repeated throughout the afternoon. Tha thẩn (wandering) is an adjective, expressing humility, but also showing a lack of attention to what one is doing. So why did he not rest in the afternoon, but instead went to the garden to collect sunlight?
In the two lines of the first stanza, the author gives the reason for that action:
'He no longer remembers.
He only has love.'
We can explain that the old man is old, his memory is not as good as it used to be. Old people's moods also change frequently. Not understanding why he went to the garden in that afternoon. Therefore, the author makes the image of the grandfather with full of love even more prominent. His remaining wealth is only a love for his grandchildren, for nature, for his old friend, and even for the bright sunlight of summer.
The image of the second character appears. That is the author's grandson, a cute and very sensitive boy. To not disturb his grandfather, the boy 'gently' picks up the leaf and puts it in the sun. It seems that the boy's affection is also full, covering the golden leaf. Then, that affection is also held up by the grandfather. So, thanks to the affection of the two, the harsh summer sunlight retreats, leaving a cool autumn.
The author uses many metaphorical images, especially the leaf and the last rays of summer. They contribute to making the relationship between the grandfather and grandson deeper, also making the emotional line in the poem more clearly revealed. The sentences used are very simple, familiar, and close to the reader. The leaf, the sunlight described by the author are very clever. It seems that, thanks to the love of the two grandchildren, that sunlight also turns into reality.
With just two short stanzas, author Nguyễn Thế Hoàng Linh has shown us the beauty of autumn, the beauty of kinship. Nothing too lofty or strange, everything exists around us in its simplest form. The poem is successful in making readers feel touched and impressed with its content and writing style.

2. Reference Number 3
After reading the poem 'Ra vườn nhặt nắng' by Nguyễn Thế Hoàng Linh, it leaves us with many emotions. The poem features simple and understandable images and language.
It begins with the image of the grandfather collecting sunlight on an afternoon. The image of the thoughtful grandfather in the garden. We learn about the grandfather through the line 'he no longer remembers,' perhaps now he doesn't remember everyone, doesn't remember beautiful memories. Old age makes him lose what used to be memories, but instead, there is his love. His love for nature, for life, for his grandchildren.
The child character appears, picking up a leaf and covering the sunbeam. The golden sunlight spreads across the garden. He picks up the sunbeam through the leaf. It's also the time to step into autumn. The sunlight is just enough, gentle, soft, and spreads across the yard.
This is a very gentle and affectionate children's poem.

3. Reference Number 2
After reading the poem 'Ra vườn nhặt nắng' by Nguyễn Thế Hoàng Linh, we are conveyed with various emotions. The poem employs simple language, easy-to-understand imagery to convey its message.
The scene of the grandfather collecting sunlight on an evening opens the poem. The grandfather, lost in thought, sways in the garden, and the line 'He no longer remembers' reflects his loss of beautiful memories. Although he has lost many memories, his love for nature, life, and grandchildren still lingers.
The child character bends down to pick up leaves and cover the sunbeams, creating the image of golden sunlight spreading across the garden. This action is also a sign of the transition to autumn. The sunlight is gentle, soft, spreading across the yard. This is a very affectionate and gentle children's poem, bringing readers various emotions.

4. Reference Number 5
The poem 'Grandpa goes to the garden to pick up sunlight' creates a serene and gentle image about love and appreciation for simple things in life. The poem is constructed through delicate imagery and language, creating a spiritual space and connection between humans and nature.
Initially, the first line 'Grandpa goes to the garden to pick up sunlight' shows us the image of the grandfather, an elderly person entering the garden or natural space to seek light, seemingly a spiritual journey.
The second line 'Wandering throughout the afternoon' creates a sense of tranquility and tranquility, indicating that the grandfather spends the whole afternoon contemplating, releasing his soul into the surrounding scenery.
Although he no longer remembers, he only has love left. This is an important highlight in the poem, showing that love transcends the limitations of old age and memory loss. Love is the only thing left and keeps him able to find joy and meaning in life.
The images 'The child gently carries the leaf' and 'Place it in the golden sunbeam' create a cute and affectionate image. The gentle action of the child placing the leaf in the sunlight is a way to share appreciation and love for the grandfather. This also emphasizes family affection and the connection between generations.
Finally, the last line 'Wave lightly, autumn comes' creates a fleeting and gentle feeling. It can be understood as an expression of transition, the change of autumn, and changes in life. At the same time, it also alludes to the passage of time and precious moments in life.
The poem brings a message about love, appreciation for simple things, and the meaning of presence in life. It evokes emotional feelings, contemplation, and reminds us of the importance of cherishing small things in daily life.

5. Reference Number 4
The poem 'Picking up sunlight in the garden' by Nguyễn Thế Hoàng Linh evokes pure and touching emotions in everyone. With simple language, the author has infused love and intimacy into the poem for the readers. The scene of the poem is closely associated with the image of the grandfather in the evening.
The image of the grandfather in the eyes of the child is of an old person who 'no longer remembers'. Old age has taken away from him memories and countless experiences. However, the child still sees in him intimacy, love, and connection with nature and life.
He 'picks up sunlight', an action that is portrayed through the art of metaphorical transformation of feelings and successfully clarifies the image of the diligent grandfather. It seems that he has merged into the purity of nature. The golden sunlight thus seems to have form, to have an image.
Contributing to the sunlight of the earth and sky is the action of the child picking up leaves. The child uses them to cover the sunlight, the sunbeam. The innocent action of the child has contributed to making the picture of picking up sunlight in the garden become a memory preserving the beauty and purity of childhood.

6. Reference Number 7
Andre Chenien once remarked, 'Art only makes the verse, the heart makes the poet.' Indeed, poetry is the world of soul, emotions, the profound vibrations towards life of the poet; poetry expresses rich emotions, diverse shades of feelings, multidimensional perspectives of the artist towards life.
Furthermore, poetry is the art of language, so poetry is created by the most vivid, beautiful sound, words, images. In line with that view, there is an opinion that 'Poetry takes root from the human heart, blooms in words.' The poem 'Picking up sunlight in the garden' by Nguyễn Thế Hoàng Linh is a poem that has 'taken root from the human heart, bloomed in words'.
The above opinion discusses the value of content and artistry of poetic works. A genuine poetic work must originate from the rich feelings of the author and be expressed through refined, polished language. Poetry is the sincere voice of emotions. Poetry is born of emotions. Poetry always expresses subtle vibrations, deeply within the author's heart. And for poetry to truly resonate with people, the verses must always be refined, rich in imagery, capable of evoking emotions in the reader.
The beauty of language is a mandatory requirement for poetry. Poetry originates from the emotions of the author towards life, flourishes in words. The beautiful external language will only be a soulless shell if it does not contain a profound, moving content that touches people's hearts. Poetry is not only the depth of reflection but also the refinement of the essence of language; beautiful poetry is because of beautiful language, rich in rhythm, imagery, melody, tone, poetic music...
The artist brings out their sincere emotions to write beautiful verses that resonate with people; only then can the work endure in the hearts of readers. The poem 'Picking up sunlight in the garden' by Nguyễn Thế Hoàng Linh is a poem with remarkable qualities in content and artistry.
The grandfather strolls in the garden in the late afternoon sun of autumn, perhaps when people at the age of 'rare old' often quietly accept their old age with nature? And the late afternoon sun is also a metaphor for the grandfather's age - the age is no longer sharp...
He picks up sunlight.
Strolling through the afternoon.
He no longer remembers.
He only has love.
With the innocent, tender affection of the little grandchild, the verses depict an old man who often collects the joy of old age in every late afternoon in the small garden, blending with nature, with the evening sun in the garden. His life has gone through many ups and downs, but as he ages, he is content, caring little about life or people. His soul now seems as serene as the inclined autumn sun, which he gathers for old age.
Although time has imprinted on his life, his memory is no longer as sharp, but his love within never dries up; he always reserves all his love for his grandchildren. 'He no longer remembers / He only has love': so much overflowing love he gives to the little grandchild by his side.
The verses evoke the image of two generations, one old and one young, laughing together, holding hands, strolling around the garden, making the space warmer, strengthening the bond between grandfather and grandchild.
With keen observation, sensitive soul, the little grandchild perceives the autumn space that has touched the threshold:
The child gently carries a leaf.
Places it in the golden sunbeam.
He picks up the sun.
Gently sways, autumn comes.
The golden color of the leaves blending in the pure sunlight creates a shimmering golden streak, the space filled with golden hues. A golden leaf falls gently, lightly stirring the space, stirring the child's innocent heart...
The little grandchild seems to understand the grandfather's intention 'gently carrying a leaf / placing it in the golden sunbeam' to then 'pick up the sun', both the grandfather and grandchild welcome the arrival of autumn. Autumn arrives so gently, the autumn sound is swirling, changing, the season's transition is also so gentle and soothing.
The poem is the small child's heartfelt drop for his beloved grandfather. That is the pure drop of affection. It is the magic of love that has gathered the joy of old age into the drop of sunlight. Because love creates all miracles in life and art. The poem 'Picking up sunlight in the garden' is the voice of love to nourish the root of love for humans!

7. Reference Number 6
The poem Picking Sunshine in the Garden creates a sense of tranquility and gentleness. It portrays a simple yet meaningful image of love and appreciation for the little things in life.
The first impression when reading the poem is the peace and tranquility created through the images 'He goes to the garden to pick up sunlight' and 'He wanders through the evening.' This image conveys a sense of peace, as he walks into the garden as a spiritual journey to connect with nature and light.
The phrase 'He no longer remembers' indicates that he is old and has lost the ability to remember. However, noteworthy is that he still holds onto love and appreciates seemingly small things. This is shown through the image 'He only has love.' The contrast between the loss of memory and the existence of love creates a profound and touching sentiment.
The images 'The child gently carries a leaf' and 'Places it in the golden sunbeam' convey an image of affection and appreciation. The child carries a leaf, an everyday object, placing it in the golden sunlight for him to pick up. This action serves as a way to convey the child's love and appreciation for him.
Finally, the last line 'Gently sways, autumn comes' ends the poem in a tranquil and fleeting manner. It brings a gentle feeling, like a change of autumn, like a transition from loss to presence and ongoing life.
The poem creates a space of tranquility and brings a sense of appreciation for the simple yet precious things in life. It portrays a sentiment of love and connection within the family, while reminding us of the significance of presence and appreciation in daily life.

