Sannel's World of Poetry

Power of Positivity - Coloring Book

2017-05-23T11:42:00.001+02:00

Power of Positivity - Coloring Book by Sannel Larson

Whimsical Cute Animals - Coloring Book

2017-05-22T12:40:00.001+02:00

Teatime Pastimes Coloring Book - You Tube

2017-05-22T12:39:00.001+02:00

2015 Annual Poster Pup for Wrapping Paper - Andy Jordan!

2015-12-21T19:35:00.000+01:00

According to the "Poster Pup" himself, Andy Jordan the labradorable Labrador, has declared this year's winner of the Annual and very Prestigious "Poster Pup for Wrapping Paper."

Drumroll, please!!

This year's winner is. . .

Congrats, Andy to a very well deserved award!
I hope there will be some extra doggie treats for you this Holiday Season. . xoxoxo!

2015 - Christmas - Andy Jordan - Wrapping Paper

A Cup full of Mindfulness

2015-05-29T18:01:00.000+02:00

A Cup full of Mindfulness – Haiku Summer Classic White Coffee Mug

Inspirational Haiku Coffee Mug or Tea Cup for those of you who love haiku almost as much as you love your morning cup of java or tea.

The poetic form of the Haiku and mindfulness goes hand in hand. Haiku is a way of showing mindful living. You will gain appreciation of the here-and-now when you closely read these haikus while drinking your favorite brew.

Unique design and haikus by poet and illustrator, Sannel Larson. Choose between Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter seasonal haiku mugs. Or why not combine all the seasons with the mixed seasons haiku cup. Now you can enjoy coffee, tea, latte and hot chocolate any time of the day – and be mindful, too.

Perfect Coffee Mug or Tea Cup for birthday, teacher, best friend, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Christmas or Valentine's gift for a haiku fan or anyone who loves a mindful and inspirational read.

Please visit my Zazzle store to check out my products: SannelDesign

Maria Jordan's interview with Sannel Larson

2015-03-30T14:19:00.001+02:00

Sannel Larson - The Total Picture

An Interview by Maria Jordan

You may read the whole interview here: Inspiration Station

Sannel Larson's Art on FineArtAmerica

Down the River - Haiku

2015-01-09T13:22:00.002+01:00

golden leaves floating

down a turbulent river

along with my thoughts

More of my art can be found here: FINE ART AMERICA

Baring it all - Haiku

2014-11-25T20:35:00.000+01:00

At the break of dawn

lotus unfold its petals

my cheeks are blushing

More of my art can be found here: FINE ART AMERICA

The Escape - Haiku

2014-11-05T21:54:00.000+01:00

Luminous moonbeams

escape through the barbs of wire

noticed by no one

Text and Image ©Copyright 2014 By Sannel Larson.

More of my art can be found here: FINE ART AMERICA

Nexus - Haiku and Image by Sannel

2014-10-29T13:13:00.000+01:00

Caressed by the sun

as my shadow goes untouched

cold wind hits us both

Text and Image ©Copyright 2014 By Sannel Larson.

More of my art can be found here: FINE ART AMERICA

Mockingbird Song

2014-10-20T12:35:00.000+02:00

I'm awakened by

a gull, a sparrow, a crow

and a mockingbird

Image and Text© Copyright 2014 by Sannel Larson. All rights reserved
More of my art can be found here: FINE ART AMERICA

Golden Season

2014-10-16T20:33:00.000+02:00

golden leaves tumble

down a blustery sidewalk

summer blown over

Image and Text© Copyright 2014 by Sannel Larson. All rights reserved
More of my art can be found here: FINE ART AMERICA

Sannel's World of Poetry: Why I Write?

2014-09-08T18:01:00.001+02:00

Sannel's World of Poetry: Why I Write?: I Write Because. . . Let me introduce you to four very talented writers and published author friends of mine. Please visit their bl...

For you, my friend!

2014-05-10T21:48:00.000+02:00

This poem is a very special dedication to my very best friend Sussie who's birthday is today. Sussie, you have been there for me when I needed you the most. You have a special piece of my heart that you'll hold for ever. Thank you for all you do, and all you are!

Sweet friend, I love you dearly!

Oh, what a beautiful treasure

to have a best friend like you.

A friend I can always count on

on good days or when I feel blue.

You're always there to lend a hand

through heartache, pain and tears.

You cheer me up like no other

I value our time--the days, the years.

I believe you're an angel in disguise

touching everyone with a heart so sweet.

Caring words and a sparkle in your eye

a radiant smile to whomever you meet.

I received the greatest gift of all

when you walked through my door

Thank you for all the joy and laughter,

great memories and oh, so much more.

Sussie, your name is written in my heart

your footprints are there to stay.

My beautiful friend, I love you

more than words ever could say.

Sussie

Angels can be silly and playful too! - A children's book by Sannel Larson

2014-05-05T13:25:00.000+02:00

Angels can be silly and playful too! - A children's book by Sannel Larson

I'm proud to announce that my third and latest children's book is now published, and can be purchased at amazon.

In Loving Memory of Max

2014-01-30T13:33:00.002+01:00

Max as a pup!

One night you came into my life

like a sweet angel in disguise.

A black and white ball of fur

with the sweetest puppy eyes.

God surely must have known

I needed someone like you.

So he sent you on a mission

to love me through and through.

*

Now I had someone to care for

morning, noon, evening and night.

To love you with all my heart

make your days happy and bright.

*

In your own special little ways

you made me forget my sorrow.

You made sure, I never felt alone

brought me strength to face tomorrow.

*

My faithful, loving companion,

your devotion to me unsurpassed.

For thirteen years you guarded me

nothing much in return you asked.

*

God gave me the greatest gift of all

when he sent you to my door.

You became my very best friend,

my savior, and oh, so much more.

*

But some things are inevitable

even angel dogs grow tired and old.

Our Lord told Max to return to heaven

so he can rest his weary heart of gold.

*

No, please I can't go on without him

He's my greatest treasure. I love him so!

I'll be left with a heart that's broken,

oh, how can I possible ever let him go?

*

As my heart filled with endless tears

God told me to be selfless and kind.

Max had always given me his best

now we must give him peace of mind.

*

We shall free his spirit from his body

which is worn out with so much pain,

so he can frolic in the heavenly fields

as a happy and healthy pup again.

*

So the other night I held him in my arms

as I gazed into his wise but tired eyes.

I told him how much I truly loved him

and then he left for the heavenly skies.

*

No words can describe this pain I feel.

How will I find the strength to go on?

To face each day without my friend

shall be lonely now when he's gone.

*

Though his golden heart stopped beating

he's now a happy pup in a very special place.

Frolicking and playing with his angel friends,

barking with joy as he angel rabbits chase.

*

Max, you've been my rock, my joy, my love.

Thank you, God for sending him my way.

I give thanks to my sweet, furry little angel,

you made my life so much richer by the day.

Max

~ Dec. ?, 2000 - Jan. 27th, 2014 ~

Though life goes on without you

it will never be the same.

Thank you, my angel

I'll always love you.

Sannel
~

Until We Meet Again. . .

2013-12-19T12:29:00.000+01:00

Sannel and her Dad

Dad. . .

You taught me to be kind

cherish the joy of giving.

Care for each and everyone

not to hate, always be forgiving.

Dad. . .

You taught me to care

for people and animals alike.

Never steal, lie or cheat,

to be respectful and polite.

Dad. . .

You taught me to be strong

yet to be loving and sweet.

Be grateful for what I have,

give thanks for the food I eat

Dad. . .

You taught me the value of life

is not measured by my things,

but by the richness of giving,

the love and joy it me brings.

Dad. . .

You taught me to believe

have faith in my inner strength.

With hard work and creativity

I'll reach my dreams at any length.

Dad. . .

Thank you for your wisdom,

your patience and gentle love.

You gave me a strong foundation

a precious gift, I'll never let go of.

Dad. . .

Thank you for giving me life

holding my small hand in yours.

For all your hugs and kisses,

wiping away my painful tears.

Dad. . .

I'll always admire and look up to you

and love you dearly, as I did back then.

I'm blessed to have been your little girl,

I hope that one day, I'll see you again.

Dad. . .

The 19th of December, 2013

would have been your 90th birthday.

There are things that I'll always remember,

no matter how old I may grow.

Because. . .

As I look into the mirror

I catch a glimpse of you.

I see you in my blue eyes,

and in my bright smile too.

Until we meet again. . .

I miss being your daughter.

I love you, dad.

My Poetry Book

2013-12-17T11:17:00.001+01:00

"Scent of a Haiga" by Sannel Larson

The Pain

2013-10-08T11:11:00.000+02:00

In the midst of November

where the signs of life has died,

no one notices the winds gentle sobs

beneath the flickering lampposts.

Foot prints are left in the shadows

as dead as the ones who's living.

Crawling roots extend their fingers

through leaf filled, muddy gutters.

Fallen dreams turn their back to me

and I fumble in the icy darkness.

The only sound that can be heard

is the muted emptiness in my soul.

Entangled in a ball of barbed wire

the silhouette of pain is growing.

I cling desperately to the living,

in the midst of November.

Autumn is here!

2013-09-25T16:39:00.000+02:00

Full Moon - A haiga by Sannel

2013-09-01T14:03:00.000+02:00

Looking through a Kaleidoscope

2013-08-28T13:30:00.000+02:00

The pond was glittering at a distance,

and I stopped in my uncertain pace.
Everything looked so pretty,
the shifting images of beautiful colors under airy pillow clouds,
as looking through a kaleidoscope.
The smell of cotton candy and ice-cream
intertwined between sweet laughter and carefree voices.
Bluebirds sensed a song in every breeze,
and I saw it so clearly.
Black-polished shoes and shapely legs draped in nylons passed by,
and yes, children too.
They were skipping in glee holding balloons in their hands.
Pearls sparkled clear and sweet on my face.
Gentle winds were sending dandelion wishes on a journey,
while stars between emerald grass waited in bliss.
Naked feet were running by, followed by a few more,
crushing them with each step.
Unfulfilled wishes.
Someone was crying, I looked around.
Faded jeans were bumping into me.
A fiery sneaker stepped on my patent leather shoe.
I looked down.
The echoes of a chalky footprint were all that was heard.
My white sock rimmed with lace was ruined.
Dirty.
I glanced over to my other shoe.
Untouched, still so pure.
Someone was crying, and I looked up.
A blue balloon was meeting my eyes.
It looked so familiar.
Hastily it flew gleefully away through the darkened sky,
and I remembered how the sugar coated air stuck to my skin.
Sound of ruffled wings in dead air.
Someone was crying, I didn't care.
The pond was glittering at a distance.

Splendid Stillness- A Poem by Sannel Larson

2013-08-24T10:26:00.000+02:00

Painted sky, honeyed tresses dipped in crimson wine

spread its flushed auric glow on thyme covered hills

Its aromatic perfume trembles in the stillness, so fine

sweet, intoxicating nectar, my growing thirst fulfills

Whispering winds traveling through the evening air

sending sunbaked dust and unspoken dreams my way

The sound of a lyre walzes graciously through my hair

while its echo cast its shadow on this sunset, on display

I see a sash of golden amber floating before my eyes

'tween lush branches where olives and figs intertwine

Stillness fills the air as the melody of the cicada dies

ephemeral tranquility touches my bare skin, so refined

As day becomes night under the rising of the moon

stone upon stone of antiquity are dozing in fitful rest

From the palm of my hand, bits of my soul are strewn

in this fleeting moment of splendid stillness, as its best

The Dreamer - A Haiga

2013-08-16T11:24:00.001+02:00

I usually do not have my head in the clouds. I'm actually quite level-headed and a realist. However, like all of us, I do have my dreams, and I work hard to accomplish them, but some will just become dreams and that's okay too, because it's rather fun to build castles in the sky. . .

Sannel

Waves on a Journey - Haiga by Sannel

2013-08-04T16:24:00.000+02:00

Here is my latest haiga. . .

Waves on a journey

reaching its destination

. . . someone is waiting

Sannel's World of Poetry

Power of Positivity - Coloring Book

Whimsical Cute Animals - Coloring Book

Teatime Pastimes Coloring Book - You Tube

2015 Annual Poster Pup for Wrapping Paper - Andy Jordan!

Drumroll, please!!

This year's winner is. . .

Congrats, Andy to a very well deserved award!I hope there will be some extra doggie treats for you this Holiday Season. . xoxoxo!

A Cup full of Mindfulness

Maria Jordan's interview with Sannel Larson

Down the River - Haiku

Baring it all - Haiku

The Escape - Haiku

Nexus - Haiku and Image by Sannel

Caressed by the sun as my shadow goes untouchedcold wind hits us both Text and Image ©Copyright 2014 By Sannel Larson.

Mockingbird Song

Golden Season

golden leaves tumble down a blustery sidewalk summer blown over

Sannel's World of Poetry: Why I Write?

For you, my friend!

Angels can be silly and playful too! - A children's book by Sannel Larson

In Loving Memory of Max

Max

Until We Meet Again. . .

My Poetry Book

"Scent of a Haiga" by Sannel Larson

The Pain

Autumn is here!

Full Moon - A haiga by Sannel

Looking through a Kaleidoscope

Splendid Stillness- A Poem by Sannel Larson

The Dreamer - A Haiga

Waves on a Journey - Haiga by Sannel

Congrats, Andy to a very well deserved award!
I hope there will be some extra doggie treats for you this Holiday Season. . xoxoxo!

Caressed by the sun

as my shadow goes untouched

cold wind hits us both

Text and Image ©Copyright 2014 By Sannel Larson.

golden leaves tumble

down a blustery sidewalk

summer blown over