Per Diem: Daily Haiku for October 2019 features Anna Maris' collection on the theme of 'death'. This is what Anna has to say by way of an introduction to her theme: The seasons are a fundamental subject in haiku, integral to the form, where birth, growth, decline and death signifies not only the … [Read more...]
Per Diem for September 2019: Day Moon
Per Diem: Daily Haiku for September 2019 features Madhuri Pillai's collection on the theme of 'day moon'. This is what Madhuri has to say by way of an introduction to her theme: Since the beginning of time, the moon has always enamoured us with her luminous splendour, her tranquil visage as she … [Read more...]
Per Diem for August 2019: Birthdays
Per Diem: Daily Haiku for August 2019 features Sondra J. Byrnes' collection on the theme of birthdays. This is what Sondra has to say by way of an introduction to her theme: The idea of ‘birthday’ leads inexorably to one’s death day…ticking off celebrations that lead to the inevitable. Maybe a … [Read more...]
Per Diem for July 2019: Dogs
This month, Per Diem features haiku selected by Corine Timmer that explores her love of dogs, a topic which is sure to connect with many readers. Her wonderful selection is a tribute to the presence, playfulness and companionship of dogs. And in true haiku style, it captures the precious … [Read more...]
Per Diem for June 2019: Parents and their Kids
This month, Per Diem features haiku selected by Dave Read that explores the complex relationship between parents and their children. As most parents would know, it can be a roller-coaster ride during which every imaginable emotion is experienced or endured. For that reason, … [Read more...]