Only Our Rivers Run Free

Expressing a time of unusual or improbable occurrences, emphasizing the scarcity of apples in November.

Highlighting the persistence of life and vitality, symbolized by blossoms on trees even in unexpected seasons.

Creating a sense of contrast and anomaly by stating that leaves are still green in December, defying typical seasonal changes.

Conveying the idea that freedom for the land is linked to these improbable occurrences, suggesting a metaphorical or symbolic meaning.

Narrating personal experiences of traveling through hills and valleys, possibly representing life's challenges.

Expressing enduring sorrow or difficulties witnessed during the journey.

Referring to a land that has historically lacked freedom, possibly invoking a political or social context.

Stating that, despite challenges, only the rivers in their land are flowing freely, possibly symbolizing resilience.

Toasting or honoring the sacrifice of those who chose death over living in oppressive conditions.

Acknowledging the courage and sacrifice of individuals who preferred death to a life of bondage.

Reflecting on the denial of a dignified life for those who resisted oppression.

Expressing a longing for the return of lives that were taken away due to the fight for freedom.

Poignantly questioning the absence or inactivity of individuals who could make a difference in the current struggle for freedom.

Referencing the past vigor or passion that has now diminished, leaving only the memory of flames that once burned brightly.

Comparing the disappearance of vital elements, like snow, to the fading hope for freedom.

Reiterating the theme that, despite challenges, only the rivers in their land continue to flow freely.

Emphasizing the persistence of the theme that their rivers remain free amid other losses.

Contrasting the sweetness of life with the current emotional distress or suffering.

Highlighting the contradiction of the wine being mellow, yet the speaker feels emotional dryness or emptiness.

Symbolizing the inevitable decline or deterioration of beautiful aspects of life, represented by a dying rose.

Expressing the bittersweet nature of a gentle wind that also carries sighs of sorrow.

Questioning the value of something new if it is destined to age and lose its freshness.

Pointing to the paradox of joyless eyes that cannot appreciate the beauty around them.

Observing the coexistence of sorrow even in moments of sunshine and blooming flowers.

Reiterating the theme that, despite the broader challenges, only their rivers maintain their freedom.

Recalling the earlier journey through hills and valleys, emphasizing the enduring nature of sorrow.

Continuing to witness and reflect on the sorrowful state of a land devoid of freedom.

Reiterating the historical lack of freedom in the land, underscoring the persistent struggle.

Emphasizing once again that, despite all, only their rivers continue to flow freely.

Repeating the notion that, amid various losses, their rivers remain a symbol of resilience and freedom.

Concluding with a powerful repetition of the idea that, in their current circumstance, only their rivers run free.