Alta H Haffner

The Republic of South Africa is a land that I now know. From the mountains, desert, ocean, and grassy plains are images that I dreamed of instead of studying. A home of many cultures and ideas that match its beauty. In these pages, you will find some love, strength, beauty and humor mixed in with a little pain. Imagine twenty-two different opinions of the same painting Today we bring you twenty-two writers sharing their words in South African verses.Authors in South African VersesAlta H. HaffnerJames N. McManusBrett "Fish" AndersonVijayan Vengadachellam Sonia NaidooRichard J. MannVishnu KristnaEkta SomeraKivash HariramGavin PrinslooVerosha Sewpaul-NaickenCassandra Johst-SaaymanStuthukile MkhizeMervin M. FrancisSarita MathurSinobom VuthaBianca NikitaMaShezeeZubair BobatTimia ChettyWillhelm ForewordCharles R. HaffnerIntern (Co-editor and Curator)Ekta Somera

Two poets embracing their love for the ocean, exploring endless possibilities of love, happiness, hope, and tranquilityPages of our thoughtsshown in inkloving the ocean

From the gentle morning light to the stillness at dusk...This is a blend of traditional and modern Haiku and Tanka.Delicate imagery of cherry blossoms, dandelions, starry nights, melancholy moments and the tranquility of walking in a Japanese garden.Tiny little starstucked inside an ancient language, words that breathe within, from season to season, each syllablea fingerprint pressed into time.the cicadas scream for summer, voices echo in my chest.A heartbeat matched by the pulse of this earthreminding me that we are one...Just dustscattered beneath the blue sky, painted with a millionHaiku verses.

In this insightful and poetic exploration, Alta H. Haffner takes readers on a journey to discover the Japanese concept of Ikigai-the reason for being. Through a blend of thoughtful reflections and beautifully crafted haiku poetry, Haffner delves into the meaning of Ikigai and how it can guide us toward a fulfilling and purpose-driven life. Whether you're seeking balance, passion, or a deeper understanding of what makes life truly meaningful, this book offers timeless wisdom and inspiration to help you uncover your path to joy and purpose.

Six Haiku poets from different parts ofthe globe coming together through their words. Collaborating to fill the blank canvas with their minds and hearts. Rising to become one literary adventure.

A beautiful collection of Haiku, Tanka, and Renga poetry by zen poets. This book is reflective and introspective. Explore the Japanese culture and language within these creative pages.

Like an Eagle. A book of poems about one woman's experience with the grief of losing her father. Regardless if it was eighteen days or eighteen years the pain is still trapped inside of us.Alta tells her tale of this time in pieces of micropoetry. Each poem cuts a piece of her heart off and places it on the paper for us. Each memory a tear shed a smile unveiled, A moment we would trade our weight in gold to have again. Pictures of her daddy's nickname in the pages remind her of her love for him. I know for eighteen years each eagle's cry either brought a warm fuzzy feeling or a single tear. Love sometimes is funny, What we will do to show it. Some will build a mausoleum while Alta does what writers do, She places her heart between two covers and hopes others can understand this loss without losing the ability to smile again. May his soul fly with eagles eternally. May you read this book taking the time to pause and enjoy life.

Namibia, known as the land of the brave, is a stunning country in southwest Africa. Explore its sandy dunes and grassy plains and discover the wonders it has to offer through pictures accompanied by haiku and/or cinquain poetry.

Our words can heal or break Take care of the words you speak, take care of the hurt you feel.We have all been sad, angry, and hurt and it is a constant journey to accept all our great life lessons.In this book, I explore emotions and reflections based on the poetic form "Hansha" created by Alta H Haffner.

This is a collection of traditional and modern Haiku and Tanka poems.Hope within syllables was and always will be my "soul child".When I wrote my 1st ever Haiku, I knew I would be counting syllables until my last breath.This book is a little sad but incredibly hopeful.