Ten thousand flowers in spring, the moon in autumn

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Ten thousand flowers in spring, the moon in autumn
by Wu Men (Hui-k'ai)
English version by Stephen Mitchell


Ten thousand flowers in spring, the moon in autumn,
a cool breeze in summer, snow in winter.
If your mind isn't clouded by unnecessary things,
this is the best season of your life.

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Oooh, thank you for the context and alternate translation! That was awesome!