Theme: Celebrating the Full Bloom of Nature
"Symphony of Nature's Bloom"
In gardens where the roses lie,
Their petals kissed by morning's dew,
The sky becomes a canvas high,
With hues that blend in endless blue.
The whispering winds in verdant trees,
Compose a symphony so bright,
Where blossoms dance with graceful ease,
Beneath the golden summer light..
The meadow spreads its lush embrace,
With blossoms wild, untamed, and free,
Each petal in its perfect place,
A testament to harmony.
In nature's full and joyous bloom,
A tapestry of dreams unfurls,
Each vibrant shade dispels the gloom,
A world reborn in living swirls.
Poem Writing Contest Winner
Zenitsu Agatsuma
"Enchanting Symphony of Nature's Beauty"
Beauty of nature is enticing, as I walk through it, so calming.
The beauty of it that never dies, is what I always admires.
Oh nature's beauty, a captivating sight.
Unveil your eternal blooms, day and night.
Full bloom of nature resides, remain stunning in my side.
Silent that surrounding, peace that wandering.
Quiet and enthusiastic place, yet soothingness.
A perfect place to dwell, it soothes my mind at ease well.
Hear the bird's chirping? Ahh, it comforts me while listening.
Tree's that are dancing, it makes my body swing.
Feel the breeze of the wind, like someone's hugging me behind the scene.
Flowers fragrance fills the air, it smells like my mother's hair.
Petals that are falling in to the ground, reaching and catching it around.
Butterflies wandered everywhere, it goes somewhere.
Fireflies ignite a light in the night, it's a fabulous sight.
Ahh, it feels almost like my dreams, in this field of realms.
Poem Writing Contest 1st Runner Up
Aki Adagaki
"NATURE'S WARMTH"
Closing your eyes is what you do.
Whenever you're scared, you shut yourself in a room.
Feeling every steps is as cold as ice,
But never wonder what beyond that walls, be wise.
Try opening your eyes,
there will be a sight, the beauty of the brighter side.
The fresh breeze, gently hugging your skin.
Dancing on the nature's melody, makes you wanna spin.
Green grass, colorful flowers, such a perfect harmony.
Silently and deeply, there you'll see,
As the nature started to bloom for glory.
Will make you smile for eternity.
Closing your eyes is what you always do.
But this time, you speak out of what's inside you.
Feeling every warmth as you listen to your beating heart.
But now discover that nature can be the best comfort.
Poem Writing Contest 2nd Runner Up
Kenma Kozume
Top 5
"EPHEMERAL BLOOMS"
Nature's first verdant gold, a tale of old, unfolds,
Her tender leaves unroll, yet swiftly lose their hold.
Emerald to amber, a fleeting story told,
As youthful green gives way, to autumn's gentle cold.
Blossoms burgeon with grace, in Gaia's warm embrace,
Their splendor bright and fair, like nymphs beyond compare.
Yet soon they turn to whispers, and vanish into air,
Ephemeral their glory, like a dream beyond repair.
Petals greet morning light, with luminescence bright,
Unveiling pure delight, in dawn's soft, gentle sight.
Their beauty fades to twilight, yet lingers in the night,
As memories of splendor, that time cannot rewrite.
Nature's blooms softly sing, a myth of eternal spring,
A promise ever fleeting, on gossamer wing.
Though brief their radiant stay, their essence ever cling,
To hearts and minds enchanted, by their eternal ring.
Poem Writing Contest Top 4
Rin Shibuya
"RAMILYETE"
Sabay sa kanyang araw-araw na pagsikat,
Dala sa akin ay sakit sa balat.
Lamang-lupa ay tila nauhaw,
Maging mga katubigan ay hirap lumitaw.
Pagkat mataas ang temperatura,
Inumin ko sa umaga ay aking pinatimpla.
Sabay niyon ang pag idlip ng aking mga mata,
Sa pagbukas nito'y tila hardin ng ramilyete aking nakita.
Bahaghari ay tila pumanaog sa kalupaan,
Kahel, asul, berde, pula aking namataan.
Kapreskuhan ng tagsibol ay aking nilanghap,
"Ako'y labis na nangulila sa iyong halimuyak."
Ako ay muling napamulat sa puting higaan,
Nakabalot pa rin sa aking puting kasuotan.
Sa mesa ko'y sari-saring kulay ng rosas ang makikita,
Pagsibol - aking nais muling masilayan, ngunit kailan kaya?
Poem Writing Contest Top 5
Celica Arfonia
Top 10
"Gaiety of May"
As month of May takes around,
A spawn of nature blooms on ground.
Feeling the breeze of the spring air,
Staring at the flowers, so nice and fair.
Chirping of the birds that's soothing to hear,
A mark of joy in geosphere.
Along with children's laughter in delight,
Playing on the field, a vibrant sight.
Oh, to have this moment every now and then,
Something I always wish for to occur again.
A mesmerizing place where I spin,
This must be a dream that I want to stay in.
Like a sanctuary, my amenity,
Looking at it brings me gaiety.
A warm, calming feeling it gives,
Goes into my heart where it lives.
Poem Writing Contest Top 10
Yoo Joonghyuk
"The Gentle Green and Purest White"
In the forest's gentle green so vast,
Where whispers of the wind breeze past,
White flowers bloom, a spell they cast,
In harmony with nature's gentle blast.
The green endures through day and night,
With white blooms adding soft delight,
Their beauty in the dappled sunlight,
A glimpse of dreams that feels so right.
In this haven, wild and free,
The forest's beauty, for all to see,
Each petal tells a silent plea,
To celebrate life's symphony.
So let us revel, let us sing,
In praise of nature's wondrous spring,
Where green and white together bring,
A joy that makes our hearts dance and spirits cling.
Poem Writing Contest Top 10
Rize Kamishiro
"Symphony of Blossoms"
In the heart of May, the gardens awaken,
Petals unfurling, kissed by morning dew.
The sun's gentle rays, a warm embrace,
Breathing life into colors once hidden.
A tapestry of green, gold, and crimson,
Whispers of wind dance through the leaves.
Nature's symphony, a silent serenade,
Echoes of life, love, and fleeting time.
Soft lilac scents linger in the breeze,
Caressing souls with memories anew.
Each bloom is a testament to the seasons' grace,
In full bloom, nature's truth is revealed.
Together we stand, beneath the blossomed canopy,
Hearts intertwined with the earth's sweet breath.
In this moment, we celebrate the divine,
The eternal cycle of birth and rebirth.
Poem Writing Contest Top 10
Arthur Leywin
"PLEASING IN THE EYES"
In the bright morning, I see,
The flowers dancing in the breeze,
The children running on the field, enjoying the scenery,
The adults clicking their cameras, to capture its beauty.
Oh, nature, so pleasing in the eyes,
This is not a fairytale, yet so magical,
Nature, so peaceful to look at,
It's hard to believe, that this is not a dream.
Such a blessing, I see,
A lips of a sad person, started to form a smile,
Just looking at it, all your worries disappear,
This kind of scenery, is what I've been wishing on a shooting star.
The creator is truly creative,
For he created something like you, Nature.
Words and poems are not enough,
To describe what I'm seeing, to describe how pleasing you are in the eyes.
Poem Writing Contest Top 10
Sylvia
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Soothe your senses and imagination. You can now show us your way with words using a pen and paper. We look forward to reading your version of "Easy to read words with deeper meaning."
Theme: Celebrating the full bloom of nature
Mechanics:
1. This contest is open to any member of Shounen Gakuen (one entry is allowed per member.)
2. The poem you will submit must have a title and should be about or related to the theme provided.
3. The poem can be in free verse with two (2) stanzas and four (4) lines per stanza, or four (4) stanzas with four lines per stanza. Rhyming is not required, but it is recommended.
4. It can be in either English or Filipino.
5. The author should submit an original work and not a translated or copycat of any published work.
6. Any instances of plagiarism caught will disqualify the member from the contest.
7. Once done, you can comment on your entry in the comment section of this FB post on or before May 18, 2024, 11 PM, together with the following format:
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NOTE: Posting your entries earlier will be an advantage in getting more reactions.
Criteria for judging:
Creativity/Originality - 30%
Relevance to the Theme - 25%
Emotion - 20%
Quality/Grammar/Spelling - 15%
Audience Impact - 10%