A promise of spring in the milder air.

预示春天到来的暖和天气。

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The October after Grandpa's death, I planted tulip and daffodil bulbs, snowdrops, crocuses, and bluebells. Each bulb was a comfort to me, a love sent to Grandpa, a promise of spring.

在爷爷去世后的十月，我种了一些郁金香、水仙、雪花莲、番红花及蓝铃花。每一个花苞对我来说都是一种安慰，都是给爷爷的一份爱，都是春天的一份承诺。

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They represent the promise of spring and a renewal of life.

它们代表着春天的希望和生命的复苏。

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The yellow tulips in the back are contrasted with the rows of tulips that have yet to bloom, highlighting a long-awaited yet faithful spring that fulfills its promise of longer days.

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