Home on the road/ Dom na cesti

Home on the road                                                                    Dom na cesti

I lay in the dirt next to the road                                         Ležah u prašini kraj ceste
Neither I saw his face                                                        Niti ja vidim lice njegovo
nor he saw mine.                                                                niti on vidje lice moje.

The stars came down and the air was blue                        Zvijezde sišle su i zrak bijaše plav
Neither I saw his hands                                                     Niti vidjeh ruke njegove
nor he saw mine.                                                                niti on vidje moje.

The East became as green as a lemon.                              Istok postane zelen kao limun.
Because of one bird, I open my eyes.                                Zbog jedne ptice otvorim oči.

Then I found out whom I have loved                               Tada doznah koga sam ljubila
my entire life.                                                                    čitav život.
Then he found out whose poor hands                              Tada on dozna kome je ruke
he has hugged.                                                                   grlio uboge.

And the man takes his bundle, and starts                           I uze čovjek zavežljaju i krenu
in tears toward his home.                                                    plačući u svoj dom.
And his home is dirt on the road,                                       A njegov dom je prašina na cesti,
the same as my home. *                                                      kao i moj dom.

                                                    Vesna Parun


my translation*









scarf: borrowed / blouse: vintage, pants: vintage + DIY, boots: Peko, bag: vintage, puffer/ gloves: no name





Comments

  1. justynapolska19 March 2015 at 13:46

    nice!

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  2. ANDYSTYLE19 March 2015 at 13:50

    Great :)

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  3. Sonia Verardo19 March 2015 at 13:51

    Divna je poezija Vesne Parun! Kao i tvoje fotografije!
    Pusa, ugodan dan ti zelim!
    Sonia Verardo
    http://www.trenchcollection.com/

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  4. Dressed With Soul19 March 2015 at 14:00

    Dear Ivana, many thanks for this touching poem. I got during reading even tears in my eyes. Thank you especially for your translation.
    But your look didn't bring tears in my eyes! I like you in this look and the scarf is such an elegant touch. I can imagine you were happy that you have worn the warm coat as it obviously was really windy.
    xx from Germany/Bavaria, Rena
    www.dressedwithsoul.com

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    1. Ivana Split19 March 2015 at 14:28

      The photos were taken on International Women's day. It was a very windy day hence I was quite happy to have opted to wear a warm puffer.

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  5. LoveT.19 March 2015 at 14:49

    Wonderful ,love the blue Sky <3

    kisses

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  6. Anett19 March 2015 at 15:07

    What an amazing poem, it really touched me.

    Bella Pummarola

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    1. Ivana Split20 March 2015 at 11:20

      thank you so much. I'm happy to hear you enjoyed it.

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  7. Vanessa19 March 2015 at 17:38

    Wow, so beautiful, love your poem. *__*
    New post is online...

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    1. Ivana Split20 March 2015 at 01:16

      thank you, but it is not my poem. I'm merely a translator.

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  8. Serene19 March 2015 at 17:51

    Absolutely loved your Poem Ivana, and you look beautiful :)

    Serene xoxo

    http://www.imserenel.wordpress.com

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    1. Ivana Split20 March 2015 at 01:15

      thank you...the poem is by Vesna Parun. I only translated it.

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  9. unknown19 March 2015 at 17:55

    Great job on your poem :)
    Nice outfit btw :)

    xoxo
    Karen @ Lookbook Store Blogspot

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  10. Unknown19 March 2015 at 19:40

    Ah such a deep and meaningful work, I must puzzle on it a bit and see what my heart can divine. Very cute pictures too, dear :)

    All Things Bright and Lovely

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  11. Наталия Годунова19 March 2015 at 22:16

    very nice and beautiful photos)
    http://mosaictrends.blogspot.com/

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  12. Beauty Unearthly19 March 2015 at 22:25

    Beautiful post, really interesting...thx for sharing!

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  13. The Dainty Dolls House19 March 2015 at 23:26

    Stunning my lovely!! What a gorgeous coat and I enjoyed the translation too...beautiful!! I hope your week has been bliss!! Have a gorgeous weekend xx

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  14. Olga Rani20 March 2015 at 00:00

    It seems it was quite windy when you were taking photographs :) Anyway, the messy hair just add more charm and loveliness to you. Beautiful poem, thank you for translating.

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  15. Alexandra Zakharova20 March 2015 at 02:41

    These are wonderful, lyrical verses. The poem is touching, indeed. I love the way you've translated it!
    Besides, those photographs describe the mood of poem as well. It was a windy day as you have said, but this special effect plays into your hands:) It makes those photos more artistic:)

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    1. Ivana Split20 March 2015 at 09:44

      wind has a way of making the photos look interesting, so we must forgive it its down sides like ruining our hairdo:)

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  16. ღღČяїstinEεїз20 March 2015 at 02:52

    Dear, that poem was beautiful! You are always amazing in translating! I know it is a tasking thing to do and it amazes me how good you are at it. Thanks a lot for sharing to us another poetry our soul can digest! You look great even on windy day btw! <3

    love lots,
    Tin

    mypoeticisolation.blogspot.com

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    1. Ivana Split20 March 2015 at 09:54

      thank you so much...lately I've been sharing more poetry because everyone seems to enjoy it so and besides this is a fun way to make Croatian authors more accessible. Literature of nations that are outside the old colonial European/American circle is often ignored in any serious study.

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  17. Simona20 March 2015 at 03:04

    Still cold there? Great cosy coat!
    Simona
    Lake&Moon

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    1. Ivana Split20 March 2015 at 10:18

      yes, still quite windy...I don't know where the Mediterranean climate is hiding and when it will kick in.

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  18. Mimosasandme20 March 2015 at 04:14

    Nice look and thank you for translating that lovely poem. It looks like it's still very cold there. Here it is starting to warm up a little. I hope the warmer weather comes to you soon
    http://www.mimosasandme.com

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    1. Ivana Split20 March 2015 at 10:34

      I don't know is it me but I'm really still quite cold. I can't wait for the Spring to come.

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  19. Unknown20 March 2015 at 05:34

    Divan izbor pesme i odličan prevod ;) Kombinacija deluje skroz slatko i ušuškano :)

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  20. Shaira Manalo20 March 2015 at 06:09

    I love how your scarf made a statement in this outfit. Pretty! :)

    Have a nice day!

    xoxo,
    SHAIRA
    www.missdream-girl.blogspot.com

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  21. Blackswan20 March 2015 at 06:18

    Nice poem, Ivana! Love your hair, dear! xoxo

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  22. saralookbook · Theprettythings20 March 2015 at 07:28

    GREAT PICS ! ;D

    saralookbook.blogspot.com

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  23. Rowena @ rolala loves20 March 2015 at 07:29

    Thanks for translating this pretty poem for us and you look so cute and cozy in that outfit! Happy weekend Ivana!

    Rowena @ rolala loves

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  24. FASHION TALES20 March 2015 at 08:18

    What a beautiful poem and translation, I found it moving to read. I also love your outfit, those types of coats are difficult to pull off, but you do it well. Enjoy your weekend. Madison :)
    Fringe Style

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  25. Unknown20 March 2015 at 09:14

    Nadam se da je konačno odzvonilo ovim zimskim jaknama, ja sam se danas uvukla u kaput i ne dam se više natrag :))

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    1. Ivana Split20 March 2015 at 11:12

      i ja se nadam, ali bojim se da ću svoje još nositi jer u Mostaru puše stalno od kada sam došla...ja bi natrag u Zagreb sada:)

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  26. Bárbara Marques20 March 2015 at 09:58

    I really needed a warm coat like yours :) I like to see you in beige!

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    1. Ivana Split20 March 2015 at 11:23

      I think beige is a good choice for us girls with olive complexion.

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  27. Vanessa20 March 2015 at 10:42

    Happy Friday...

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  28. Shireen L. Platt20 March 2015 at 10:45

    Oh Ivana, you already know how much of a fan I am of the poems that you featured on your blog. This is another one which I really like, the meaning is just so touching and lovely, you always do such a great job in translating.

    You look lovely despite the wind and you pulled off the jacket well! I would have look like I'm drowning in it. LOL!

    Have a lovely weekend, Ivana! xx

    Shireen | Reflection of Sanity

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    1. Ivana Split20 March 2015 at 11:22

      I'm glad you liked the poem dear, I'm translating another one and it will be up on the blog soon...I do hope I'm not getting boring with this puffer as I wear it all the time.

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  29. Ivana Split20 March 2015 at 11:19

    thanks

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  30. Kelsey&Kenecha20 March 2015 at 11:47

    Great poem doll! Lovely photos, what a great coat :)

    Florals&Smiles
    Twitter

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  31. Ivana Split20 March 2015 at 12:04

    thank you!

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  32. Fashionelja20 March 2015 at 14:02

    very nice, beautiful photos

    http://fashionelja.blogspot.com

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  33. Mikka20 March 2015 at 14:03

    Beautiful and moving poem, I enjoyed reading it. Love your coat, so thick and warm. Have a great weekend Ivana! xo

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  34. RaeAbigael20 March 2015 at 16:10

    i love that pants ivana. :) also, nice poetry! :))

    xoxo, rae
    http://www.raellarina.net/

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    1. Ivana Split21 March 2015 at 07:47

      thank you dear...I painted these jeans myself!

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  35. Kreyola20 March 2015 at 17:13

    Lovely poem. I can't believe it is still cold in your neck of the wood. I bet your can't wait for spring/summer :D.

    Kreyola Jounerys | Instagram

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    1. Ivana Split21 March 2015 at 07:51

      Fortunately, today Spring has finally arrived.

      http://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/

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  36. Effortlesslady20 March 2015 at 19:14

    Beautiful poem! Love your coat!
    www.effortlesslady.com

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  37. Oksana Zolotukhina21 March 2015 at 01:39

    Love the poem! Such lovely pictures!!!! Thanks for sharing))

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  38. imi21 March 2015 at 01:54

    amazing blog, hi if u wanna follow each other via GFC plz let me know on my blog
    http://dressedwithimen.blogspot.com/

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  39. Mrs C21 March 2015 at 04:39

    Art runs through your vein.. amazing!

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  40. Unknown21 March 2015 at 04:58

    so beautiful my dear

    Cultureandtrend

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  41. Ivana Split21 March 2015 at 07:42

    <3

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  42. Ivana Split21 March 2015 at 08:04

    thank you Nicole

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  43. Caro *24 March 2015 at 11:21

    Stunning jeans and your coat is very nice ! :)

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