Gardens of the Night

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The night was half over,
Her soul nearing the edge,
She gently lifted her dreams,
Nestled them in a pot,
And left the garden, now speckled
With hollows of the unknown,
Quietly, she departed.

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Venture into the serene yet profound universe of 'Gardens of the Night,' a delicate poem by Hirbod Human, the Iranian American writer, filmmaker, and philosopher. With a tender touch, Human explores the theme of relinquishing deeply rooted dreams against the backdrop of a night that's both literal and metaphorical. This poem weaves a narrative of introspection and the courage it takes to leave behind the familiar, even when it's filled with uncertainty. Through the imagery of dreams carefully placed in a pot and a garden left behind, Human invites readers to reflect on the moments of decision that define our paths. Experience the subtlety of Hirbod Human's poetic craft, where every word is a step through the quiet gardens of existence.

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