Conversion
A Collection of Haiku
Abstract Space, Chained Ambivalence and Liberty, and
Makame, each being an example of
Poetry, in its best sense is a bunch of words
unconventional haiku as they deviate from the
combined, sewn together to craft a thought that
norms.
evokes a feeling within us. Haiku emerged in
Japanese literature during the seventeenth Questions may come to your mind like,
century. Haiku specializes on evoking emotions “Why is this book named Conversion?”
that come into mind when we talk about nature Conversion, or black and white conversion a
such as comfort, solace and peace. They often photographer’s dictionary, is the process of
follow a general guideline: there should be transforming a color image into a grayscale
seventeen syllables following the five-seven- image, where all colors are represented in
five syllable count, must be about nature or shades of black, white, and gray.
something that can be correlated to it, and that it While the collection started showing
has no rhyme scheme. Not all haiku follow these picture in black and white suggesting a strict,
guidelines and with this information detailed,
narrow-minded view, the color values of the
we can separate the haiku into two: conventional succeeding photos return gradually, suggesting
and unconventional haiku. Aperture has both, a return of life into the reader’s eyes: an
and the authors are the second-year students of invitation to see the world better, in the reader’s
office administration. Naturally, discussing
own eyes. Though the authors are no
haiku theory would make the abstract needlessly professional poets (we’re merely complying to
lengthy and so to differentiate the two clearly, an assignment), the authors still hope that you
you can refer to reading Motherland by A. enjoy reading this literature. Will all these taken
Leuterio, an example of conventional haiku. On
into account, let’s take a look at Conversion.
the other end, you can refer to Temple’s Sacred
This collection is prepared by the BSOA second-year students of EVSU-
DC in compliance to the subject of Technical Writing.
“I paint for myself.”
-Francis Bacon
Motherland
Green fields, rolling hills,
Sun-kissed earth, a warm embrace;
Home, where I belong
A. Leuterio
Ocean’s Embrace
Blue vastness unfolds:
Sadness melts in ocean’s breath,
Humanity fades.
C. G. Medino
Falling Leaves
I saw falling leaves,
Peace fills the air, soft and slow,
Leaves dance in the wind
J. Nunez
Gloaming Night
Golden scenery,
Painting skies with hues of pink,
Sun-down memory.
D. Quina
Friends
Laughter in the air,
Shared moments, joy intertwined
Together, we shine.
K. Teston
A Beautiful Day
The sun is setting
On the beautiful ocean
With birds on the sky.
C. J. Arce
Pretty Planet
Spinning blue and green,
Do your best to keep it clean,
Peaceful and pretty.
E. Sosing
Calm Air
The tree is still,
Leaves move without thought or sound,
Silence spreads below.
M. J. Cananes
Making A Wish
Letting go of fear,
Dandelion seed flicker
Into the sunset.
C. Serrano
Cup
Summer time, the cup dried.
The rain came, it was filled again.
Moments pass, cup was heavy
A. Cadayong
Blossom
A flower blossom,
Butterfly with a nectar
Shines shimmering bloom
R. Librado
Rain’s Caress
Soft drops on the roof,
Each one a whispered caress,
Earth drinks, then breaths deep.
D. V. Beto
Sunset on Beach
Waves crashing on shore
The sand in between my toes
A day at the beach
P. C. Cernal
Time
Just go with the flow
Whatever comes, let it come:
We just learn to live.
C. Ramos
Wings of Freedom
In steady air,
The birds fly free from trials
Where dreams find their wings.
H. Verona
Temple’s Sacred Space
White stones, reaching high,
Where covenants are made strong,
Eternal families.
E. De Paz
Hope of the Rainbow
After darkness in the sky,
There’s a rainbow waiting to
Grow a new flower
L. Tingzon
Gravel
A rock falling down
The depths of endless chasm:
But it doesn’t break
R. Garcia
The Life of Leaf
A leaf falling down
On the rough flowing river
It tears quietly
J. Dumaguit
Chained Ambivalence and Liberty
How funny it is...
Liberated yet confined
Like birds in a cage.
J. Balano
Clouds
Floating in the sky,
Forming, changing, drifting on
Nature’s wispy breath.
L. Clemencio
Family love is
Like the sun rises
Each morning and sets each night,
Family love is.
B. T. Tee
Beach Always Comfort Me
I sit by the sea,
Each waves wash worries away,
Helping me feel calm.
R. Remion
The Beach
The breeze on the beach,
Waves roll in gentle rhythm
Make my mind relax
A. Animos
Sunsets paint the sky
Sunsets paint the sky,
Birds sing their evening songs loud,
Nature’s peace surround.
E. Camodoc
Soothing Leaves
Color of the leaves
Comfort me into my sleep
Easing my feelings
I. J. Garcia
Life Lesson
People come and go
For us to be able to
Develop and grow
L. M. Manacpo
The Sun
Seeing sun rays fall,
Caressing my face with warmth,
Gently gives me hope.
T. Malibago
Dreams
Dark cloudy sky,
Birds tirelessly soaring high,
Reaching for sunrise.
J. Curitana
Makame
And like a painting,
You left me an impression
Of surreal beauty
A. Mabubay
Nature’s Embrace
Whispers in the breeze,
Ancient branches reach for sky,
Roots embrace the earth.
A. B. Tupaz
Joyful Paws at Play
A cute dog kissed me,
It’s very sweet and clingy,
Bliss in every bark
K. Renosa
Friends
Friends are wonderful
In problems we encounter,
We stick together.
J. Amorganda
Pillow with Tears
The pillow itself
Catch your tears and ease the pain
You felt deep inside.
M. Dagaan
Therapy
Beautiful landscapes,
Leaves rustling in the fresh air,
How nice to breath in.
S. Servana
Roots of Friendship
Seasons change and flow,
Yet our bond remains steadfast,
A flame through the years.
L. W. Cacho
Mom’s Laughter
Empty chair, a space
Where your laughter used to fill
Missing you, dear Mom.
A. Sumayod
Ocean
Waves crash on the shore
Air in here is nice to breath
The view can ease pain
M. I. Advincula
