“The bird and the nest” by Salomé Ureña

Why are you scare, simple bird?

Why do you fix your eyes on me?

I do not intend, poor little bird, to

Take your nest away from here.

Here, in the hard stone hole,

quiet and alone y saw you pass, I bring you flowers from the plain, for you decorate your free home.

Google’s translation:

The Bird and the Nest

Why do you get scared, simple bird?

Why do you stare at me?

I don't intend, poor little bird,

to take your nest away from here.

Here, in the hollow of hard stone,

I saw you quietly and alone passing by,

and I bring flowers from the plain

to decorate your free home.

Julian Tuwim – "The Glasses" (translation)

Running, shouting Mr. Hilary:

“Where on earth are my glasses? Hurry!”

Looks in pockets, coats, and trousers,

Right shoe, left shoe—full of blunders!

Turns the closets upside down,

Touches coats and dressing gown.

“Scandal! Outrage! Can’t be true!

Someone stole my glasses too!”

Under sofa, on the chair,

Everywhere—he sniffs the air!

Checks the oven, checks the chimney,

Mouse hole, piano—nothing seen-y!

He’s about to lift the floor,

Calls the police to search some more.

Then he glances in the mirror…

Stops and stares—can’t be clearer!

Found them! Oh, how extraordinary—

They’re on his nose… poor Hilary!

• My version

Julian Tuwim - glasses

Running, screaming mr Hilary:

"Where is my glasses?"

He's searching in his pants and his frock coat,

in his right shoe, left shoe,

He mess in his closets,

He searches in bathrobe and greatcoat

Scandal! - screaming - i don't believe it!

Someone still my glasses!

Under the couch, on the couch,

He's searching everywhere, snoring, gasping!

He's searching in the oven and the chimney,

In the mouse hole and the piano,

he already want to break the floor,

he already call the police,

Suddenly he's looking at the mirror

He doesn't want to believe...he's looking again.

He founded! - Really he has the glasses on his nose

Matsuo Basho

Frog Poem

2.

Old pond

Frogs jumped in

Sound of water.

3.

The ancient pond

A frog leaps in

The sound of the water.

By Donald Keene

4.

The words are different.

Donald Keene’s English translation uses words that evoke a sense of atmosphere and history.

Morning Relay

— by Shuntaro Tanikawa

2.

While a young man in Kamchatka dreams of giraffes,

A girl in Mexico waits for her bus in the morning mist.

As a girl in New York smiles and turns in her sleep,

A boy in Rome winks at the morning sun that colors the column tops.

Somewhere on this Earth, morning is always beginning.

We are passing the mornings along,

from one longitude to another —

taking turns, so to speak,

to keep watch over our planet.

If you listen carefully before you fall asleep,

you can hear an alarm clock ringing far away.

That is the proof

that someone, somewhere,

has surely received the morning you have sent.

3.

When a young man in Kamchatka dreams of giraffes

A girl in Mexico waits for the bus in the morning mist

When a girl in New York turns over in bed with a smile

A boy in Rome winks at the morning sun that colors the column capital

On this Earth, morning is always beginning somewhere

We relay the morning

From longitude to longitude

Taking turns to protect the Earth

Before sleep, listen closely Somewhere far away,

an alarm clock rings.

It is proof that the morning you sent has been firmly received by someone.

4.

The English translation of the poem uses simple words.

If everything were different

I wouldn't have a long journey in my eyes

And in this loneliness.

Verse after verse...

If everything were different

I would be complete happiness by your side

And half of your soul.

A whole life away from you

A whole life

Why?... Do you want to say it?

It would have been so beautiful

To look at the same star

From our window.

I am writing to follow up on the heating issue in my apartment, which has not been working properly for the past three weeks. I mentioned this problem earlier, but unfortunately, nothing has been fixed yet.

As the temperature has dropped recently, the apartment is becoming uncomfortably cold, especially at night. This situation is making it difficult to sleep and to spend time at home.

I would kindly ask you to arrange for a technician to repair the heating system as soon as possible. The best time would be the end of this week. Please confirm when the repair can take place.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Best regards,
Roman P.

Here are a few questions I have:

• Is it a walk-up, or does the building have an elevator?

• Is there parking available? If not, is it easy to find parking nearby in the area?

• Could you please provide details on the rent, security deposit, and utilities?

• Is there a specific provider for Wi-Fi in the building?

• Are pets allowed in this apartment?

Also, can I come see the place? Would this weekend or next weekend work?

Thank you very much, and I look forward to hearing from you.

Best regards,
Yuko

We can use the air conditioner for heating, but it is not cost-effective and less efficient than room heaters. Considering all these factors, I kindly request to expedite the repair process and have the heaters fixed as soon as possible.

Thank you for your attention and understanding.

Sincerely,
Hasan

The article mentions that unemployment among young people and new graduates is higher than the national average. In my opinion, it’s unfair that some job descriptions require experience while still being labeled as “entry-level.” By definition, entry-level positions should be open to applicants without prior experience.

It’s a real challenge for young people today. However, they can take advantage of opportunities while studying by applying for volunteer positions or internships to gain and develop the skills needed in their field. They should also make use of the opportunities that artificial intelligence offers. AI is not meant to replace humans but to provide more tools that can make our work easier and more efficient.