星とたんぽぽ

Just like the small stones on the seabed,
The stars in the depth of the blue sky
That are waiting for the coming of the night
Are not visible to our eyes.
Though not visible, they are there;
Though we cannot see them, they are there.

Even though the dangelions on the riverside
Have lost their heads and withered,
Their strong roots between the stones
Are awaiting the coming of spring, hidden from our eyes.
Though not visible, they are there;
Though we cannot see them, they are there.

- Misuzu Kaneko

If you happen to read this, どうもありがとう Tomoe-chan for reminding me that anything essential is invisible to the eyes!! :)