1. Poem: 'Hạ' - Phạm Quang Thu
HẠ
Phạm Quang Thu
The distant rumble of thunder at the horizon
As the evening glows, the summer day fades
It seems we're bidding farewell to March
As the sky plays the drums and cymbals of love
The familiar path is now wet with rain
Suddenly, a downpour makes the afternoon melody
The sunlight weaves through the rain's curtain
The silence is like a painting just completed
Oh, how lovely summer is
With the breeze dancing as the golden sun follows.


2. Poem: 'Chớm hạ' - Miền Ký Ức
CHỚM HẠ
Miền Ký Ức
March has not yet passed, yet the wind is already stirring
Falling leaves by the doorstep, yellowing
I gather the leaves and hold them close, filled with memories
Suddenly, a day arrives with tangled hair of April
The Posanu tower bends under the scorching summer sun
Once-steadfast moments now sway and fall
Somewhere, I still hear Han's voice in the wind
'Who will buy the moon?' echoes in the distance
April arrives, the wind gently brushing through my hands
Dry and bitter, like a sip of strong coffee
You sway between spaces full of sunlight
The way home burns...
the pain of a whole land
We once retraced the steps of love through memories
In April's green wind, circling past moments
Then you left
And the sky and earth darkened into purple hues
The night poured into my heart with aching breaks
And I walked through the land of memories as a stranger
We briefly crossed paths, then let go and forgot
The street we passed is now only a shadow of the past
With no mist, but my eyes are still teary
One afternoon, we sat watching the clouds drift by
Burning dry leaves to dry my wet heart
Then we returned to a day without storms
I bit my lip... softly calling... April, oh April.


3. Poem: 'Tạm biệt tháng ba' - Giọt Mưa Thu
TẠM BIỆT THÁNG BA.
Poem: Giọt Mưa Thu
March memories barely brushed by the gate.
Summer is arriving with the wind's soft melody.
The fragrance of pomelo flowers fills the air.
Bumblebees and butterflies wander, lost in longing.
The Sưa flowers fall, drifting onto a small shoulder.
Night whispers at the corner, waiting for the past.
The young moon clings to the moment of transition.
Fog dances gently across the leaves.
March memories rise tenderly within my heart.
The dry, golden sun seems to hold back the fleeting season.
Spring, reluctant to leave, lingers on.
Filling the chest with emotions, so full and deep.
March memories hold so many things unsaid.
Welcoming summer to lull the Mộc Miên's wings to rest.
The season's shift carries unnamed longing.
March memories...
The intoxicating, alluring fragrance...!!!


4. Poem: 'Xuân ngần' - Đoàn Thịnh
XUÂN NGẦN
Đoàn Thịnh
Spring is still spring, even as it wanes
Opening my hands, what have I held?
So much of it is etched in anticipation
And many things slip away as they go
The things I couldn’t achieve
The sadness left behind is so little
And suddenly, I feel shy
In the presence of such a pure spring.
So, hold dear, my love
Rubbing your eyes to see clearly
Is there a gaze that, just for a moment
Can imprint on each other for a lifetime?
Spring will forever be spring
And we will always be spring
Whatever the future holds, it must
Give birth to the pure love of spring.


5. Poem: 'Tiếng Ve' - Ngọc Bùi
TIẾNG VE
Ngọc Bùi
Spring has passed, and summer is truly here
The hot, sweltering sun fills the sky with a buzzing sound
The cicadas' song is overwhelming, filling the air
The pink flowers are on the verge of blooming, setting the season ablaze
Summer arrives, spring has already gone
The stifling heat is felt everywhere
The cicadas' song echoes through the earth and sky
Flowers bloom again alongside the cicadas' melody
From afar to up close
The cicadas' calls can be heard everywhere, announcing the arrival of summer
The white uniforms whisper to each other
The schoolyard is bustling with activity, as summer and goodbyes meet.


6. Poem: 'Chớm hè' - Nguyễn Hường
CHỚM HÈ
Nguyễn Hường
The soft, gentle fragrance fills the air behind the porch
The tiny flowers of the betel plant bloom in delicate clusters
A sudden downpour, accompanied by thunder and lightning
Late at night, the croaking of frogs echoes across the fields
Summer knocks at the door by the river
The sun blazes, filling the air with warm heat and a rosy glow on the lips
Time lazily drifts by
Restlessness stirs as the seasons shift, changing their familiar positions
Bathing in the cool breeze
The soul feels refreshed, playfully dancing with the clouds
Looking around at the beauty of the scenery
Taking confident steps, the heart filled with joy and satisfaction.


7. Poem: 'Hạ sang' - Chu Long
HẠ SANG
Chu Long
Spring has passed, and the sound of summer arrives
The cicadas sing their tune, lulling in a dreamy haze
The tree's leaves have changed from fresh green
The flame tree blossoms in a burst of red, with petals stretching wide
Soft, smooth, with a pale body, the white dress
The gentle rays of sunshine glisten like golden threads
The schoolyard that afternoon lingers in my heart
The smile in someone's eyes still stays with me.


8. Poem: First Love - Nghĩa Trần
FIRST LOVE
Poem by: Nghĩa Trần
The spring leaves have changed their hue
Summer comes, replacing their golden attire
The scorching sun burns bright
Turning the red petals of the Phoenix flower even more vibrant
Hoping for rain, but none falls
The Cicada sings its melancholic tune
The old schoolyard feels abandoned
While the ancient trees gently sway, nurturing new sprouts
Seeking to heal a silenced soul
I recall the time when I held your hand
The wet letter, smudged with ink
Hidden within the desk, who placed it there?
The long flowing áo dài, how graceful it was
Its fragrance lingering, almost intoxicating
Spider webs blocked the path back home
Summer's heat scorched the love, returning a broken heart.


9. Bài thơ: Tự tình tháng tư - Nghi Lâm
TỰ TÌNH THÁNG TƯ
Thơ: Nghi Lâm
Đã cuối xuân Sài Gòn vào mùa nóng
Ran cả người khi đội nắng ban trưa
Nhớ Hà Thành nơi đấy lắm hoa sưa
Vừa che mát, tỏa nhẹ hương dìu dịu
Dẫu biết đã rất xa và cách điệu
Nhưng luyến thương vẫn canh cánh bên anh
Tháng ba qua với trời ngát trong xanh
Dù oi nóng cũng nghe lòng thổn thức
Đến tháng tư chắc hẳn còn chưa dứt
Anh sẽ chờ cơn mưa hạ đầu mùa
Để mát lòng nhìn hoa phượng đung đưa
Nhờ chim sắt đưa anh về nơi ấy
Hãy an nhiên mà đón điều trông thấy
Em chớ buồn vương lệ ngấn rèm mi
Bởi chúng ta nào đâu đã chia ly
Tuy tạm vắng nhưng vẫn hoài nhung nhớ
Cũng đã qua những lần đau dang dở
Tình yêu đầu thật sự chẳng còn đâu
Kẻ quên ta hiện đang sống sang giàu
Bên người mới nơi miền xa xứ lạ
Tháng tư đến anh bồi hồi trong dạ
Loa kèn, hoa giấy nhắc nhở hè sang
Đớn đau tuy còn ẩn dấu chưa tan
Điều trị tiếp rồi cũng qua em nhỉ
Sẽ vui lắm khi cùng nhau thủ thỉ
HÀ THÀNH ƠI! TA ĐÃ TRỞ VỀ ĐÂY!


10. Poem: Spring Sunshine Drop - Lan Thanh
SPRING SUNSHINE DROP
Poetry by: Lan Thanh
The woman gathers each drop of March's sunshine
Softly scented with the petals of roses in the late afternoon
Whispering beneath the crimson sunset
The rustling sound of birds calling their friends back
Another spring is about to fade away
Does she feel a pang of nostalgia?
Time rushes by, with all its ups and downs
The sweet, sour, bitter, and savory moments
On the balcony, clouds dangle loosely, stretching out her hand to touch
She collects each fallen fragment of sunlight
Carefully hiding them in the fragrance and color of budding flowers and leaves
Her eyes sparkle with a joyful smile
Oh, the woman of spring
Age cannot stop a heart full of excitement
Nothing can stop the heartbeat of joy
How pure these spring sunshine drops are...


11. Poem: Seasonal Transition - Bằng Lăng Tím
SEASONAL TRANSITION
Poet: Bằng Lăng Tím
Why grieve, dear Spring, so soon?
It's time to say farewell as Summer nears
How I long for those golden wings of the doypal
The purple-flowered Lagerstroemia stretching endlessly down the road
Shall we not hold onto all that love?
Cherry blossoms fall, their petals fading soft pink
The xoan purple, the white grapefruit blooms so graceful
Butterflies and bees alight on the morning dew of the branches
The seasonal shift brings the joy of the Swallows
They chirp in harmony, playing a symphony of a hopeful future for two
March approaches, the Spring nearing its end
The fragrance of the season lingers in my soul, a memory forever cherished.


12. Poem: Seasonal Song - Minh Việt
SEASONAL SONG
Poet: Minh Việt
Spring has passed, and Summer dons a new attire
The golden sun doesn't wait for Summer's arrival
The Phoenix flower awakens, its red hues appearing in haste
The sound of cicadas fills the air, serenading the small town
I was born amidst the blooming Phoenix flowers
May arrives, painting the sky with the red hue of falling petals
The train's whistle calls its friends across the vast ocean
Steeped in warmth, like the people of Hai Phong
I cherish every sun-drenched Summer day
The sound of the flute on a kite’s string drifts in the air
Welcoming my mother home after the market, sharing gifts
I would hide behind her whenever my father raised his voice
How I wished for time to slow down
My childhood, so full of warmth, like it used to be
Those endless afternoons spent listening to my mother's lullabies
Then, I grew up, passing through two generations
Enduring the waves of the sea and the downpours of life
Yet I still wait, still hope for Spring to pass
So I can celebrate the arrival of Summer, dressed in its new form.


13. Poem: The Yearning of the Seasonal Transition - Trần Anh Kiệt
THE YEARNING OF THE SEASONAL TRANSITION
Poet: Trần Anh Kiệt
Spring has faded, and Summer is just beginning to appear
The path leading to the red Phoenix flowers outside the yard
A peaceful life, simple and humble
The wind carries a feeling of nostalgia deep within
April touches the memory of the past
The day of the seasonal shift, the flowers blooming
The cicadas' song fills the air, blending with the season
Reminiscing the moments that once passed
A longing voice carried by the wind
The Phoenix flowers' sorrow staining the path
Yearning for the violet hues of Spring
A heavy heart, echoing the sorrow of farewell
No one knows the reasons for the separation
The last moonlight shines, scattering its rays
Blaming fate for leaving our bond unfulfilled
The clouds weep, and the cold rain falls
Our shared vow, lost in the distance
The road is obscured, promises broken
The pain of separation stabs deep within
On that long night, the pillow soaked with sadness
Yet I hold onto the love, forever beautiful
The soft pink sun rays illuminating the poetic path
Though regret lingers, nothing can be done
By the moonlit threshold, the one who left never returns.


14. Poem: Seasonal Melody - Vũ Thắm
SEASONAL MELODY
Poet: Vũ Thắm
Spring has passed, and Summer steps in with quiet grace
Like your soft hair flying gently before the breeze
Your eyes shimmer, reflecting the light of the full moon
The red Phoenix flowers announce the arrival of a new season
You are far from me, lost in an overwhelming yearning
The farther apart we are, the stronger my desire grows
Do you understand, deep within, the eternal feeling
My heart knows nothing but the image of you
As the days pass, all my memories are filled with longing for you
I hold our love, keeping it from shattering too easily
Come back to me, don't leave us unfinished
So the verse does not cry out the sorrow of separation
The seasonal melody plays within the song of love
The purple Lagerstroemia sways gently along the narrow road
Come back, my love, my heart always waits for you
Awaiting your return, to express the words of love!


15. Poem: The First Breath of Summer - Chung Mai
THE FIRST BREATH OF SUMMER
Poem by: Chung Mai
The first breath of summer...do you know it yet?
The sunlight gently brushes the young leaves with a rosy glow
The soft breeze makes my heart flutter strangely
The night falls with a faint scent in the air
The moon, still young, shines dimly through the mist
The melody lingers, like an everlasting tune
The constant hum of insects seems to sing in unison
The path feels uncertain, yearning for someone to return
The first breath of summer...the cicadas cry so painfully
The purple flowers by the sidewalk stay silent
The white dress sways gently as it floats through the quiet afternoon
The long road stretches ahead, with no one in sight
The first breath of summer...my heart trembles with longing
The changing season brings with it gusts of wind
Afraid to lose even the smallest trace of fragrance
Will the summer be sorrowful, no longer holding the spirit of spring?


16. Poem: Seasonal Transition - Nhật Bình
SEASONAL TRANSITION
Poetry by: Nhật Bình
Hey, has spring passed already?
It seems like summer's arrival is just a whisper away
Golden sunlight drifts with a faint warmth
A breeze stirs, softly carrying words of love.
Oh my, spring lingers at the end of the road
Still echoing the feelings of those who love somewhere
The changing season fills me with a hollow longing
And she, hesitant, steps into the rhythm of my poem.
Look, my dear, spring still waits for us
We didn't meet before summer comes
The green leaves rustle in a silent symphony
The tune of longing plays, heavy with bittersweetness.
Summer has arrived, and so has the one I cherish
The flowers bloom again along the path of yesterday
This afternoon, rain suddenly falls
The changing season leaves me intoxicated in a dreamy reverie.


17. Poem: Khúc giao mùa - Hạnh Nguyễn
KHÚC GIAO MÙA
Poem by: Hạnh Nguyễn
The cuckoo sings as summer approaches
The village roads glow with rice, bright red
The colors mix with the sound of cicadas
Stories of Spring and Summer intertwine in a gentle tune
Late Spring, the season of dreamy nights
Summer arrives with its own charm, full of life
Look there, a glimpse of a boat dock
Two young girls wait, leaning in anticipation
Riding bicycles as if in a dream
Long green hair flowing freely by their sides
Their Ao Dai flutters, elegant and graceful
As the seasons change, who is lost in thought?
Hurry up, my love, the summer awaits
The red phoenix blossoms, full of dreams
Life is like a poem, a fleeting melody
Creating the rhythm that stirs the heart.


18. Poem: The Transition into Summer (2) - Hoàng Minh Tuấn
THE TRANSITION INTO SUMMER (2)
Author: Hoàng Minh Tuấn
The changing season witnesses so many transformations
New buds of late spring stretch out their leaves and branches
Sudden rains sweep away the dry, harsh sunlight
As the earth and sky both await the arrival of summer
The sunlight of the season change brightens the tiles
Weaving a golden carpet over the rice fields by the dikes
A hint of nostalgia for the fragrance of the countryside
The last of the pomelo blossoms linger on
In the quiet street, someone stands waiting
A bouquet of lilies hidden behind their back
The longing look hides deep emotions
Waiting for someone to arrive, carrying the sweet fragrance of the new summer sun
Spring is almost over, and we welcome the summer
In my heart, the purple of the lagerstroemia stays vivid
The street in summer will be adorned by the vibrant red of the phoenix flowers
As we drift in a whirl of dreams...


19. Poem: April Melody - Ha Nguyen
APRIL MELODY
Poem by: Ha Nguyen
The weather shifts gently toward summer,
The breeze caresses softly,
A sudden rain shower hastily
Touches the blooming lily.
My sister, graceful and serene,
Walks through the streets,
Her delicate silk dress
Holds the essence of the changing season.
The sun dances in play,
Drying each blade of grass,
And somewhere, lingering worries
Depart in silence.
What does April reflect upon,
On simple, everyday things?
Let us tread softly,
Lest we shatter this dream of flowers.
Goodbye to the chill of March,
Spreading hands to embrace the summer sun,
In this hurried journey of life,
The beginning remains untouched....!


20. Poem: The Longing of April - Đào Mạnh Thạnh
THE LONGING OF APRIL
Đào Mạnh Thạnh
April arrives, the sky is clear with green trees
Could it be that summer rushes in as spring fades?
The flame tree still holds some glowing embers
The acacia flowers scatter across the small path
In the breeze, I hear the whispers of love and nostalgia
The sweet scent of pomelo still lingers in the soft wind
Spring is gone, yet the flamboyant flowers gently sway
Awaiting the warm sunshine to color the vibrant hues
Silently, I dream with my hand held tight
The bittersweet feeling of love, deeply immersed
The evening breeze chills like a starry night
The thin coat longs for the sun to bring warmth
Spring has passed, summer has come, but why is it not warm yet?
The streets in the afternoon are damp with falling dew
The small alley seems to lack its familiar faces
Spring is full of longing, summer is filled with yearning
I know that love is bound by fate and destiny
Let go, yet still, it drags me along, lost in the flow
Why does the heart still ache with longing?
The passionate spring has passed, leaving only the memories
As the night falls, my heart remains frozen
The evening mist wraps the rooftops
In silence,
My bare feet tread through the quiet streets
Embracing the silent ache, dreaming of that spring.


