Poetry

It’s OK… It’s OK…to feel fear It’s OK…to feel anger It’s OK…to feel frustrated It’s OK…to feel worried It’s OK…to feel irritated It’s OK…to feel stressed It’s OK…to feel sad It’s OK…to feel lost It’s OK…to feel negative It’s OK…to feel lonely It’s OK…to feel overwhelmed It’s OK…to feel loved It’s OK…to feel grateful It’s […]

A thoughtful message sent out of the blue Needed and appreciated Instant connection between two souls Chatting about pasts, present, futures… Flirtations and desires all colliding The situation Complicated. The Universe’s Plan? Manifest your Dreams Timing is Everything Life’s Lesson… Patience El Amor Manda Al Final Shannon Little © September 30, 2020

Tell me your dreams Am I in them? What are your fantasies? Can I fulfill them? In the midnight hour What do you want to manifest? Until you’re satisfied I will never rest. Shannon Little © September 30, 2020

I am an empath I see all sides I understand I always do But sometimes I wonder when… Will it be My time To be understood. Shannon Little © September 30, 2020

So tired Of letting someone in Only to have the door close Before they have even crossed The threshold. Shannon Little © September 30, 2020

Why? The heart asks Bad timing The head responds Tears fall silently From hurt, green eyes As the heart breaks A LITTLE more… Again. Shannon Little © September 30, 2020

Some last for days Some last for weeks Some last for months Some last for years. Inevitably they all end Nothing lasts forever But the memories remain Ingrained in my heart. Shannon Little © September 30, 2020

SHE ASKED HER ANGEL ‘WHY DO I ALWAYS FALL FOR HEARTS THAT ARE UNAVAILABLE?” HER ANGEL REPLIED WITH A KNOWING SMILE, “YOU HAVE ALWAYS LOVED A CHALLENGE.” Shannon Little © September 30, 2020  

Don’t fear finishing an old book, and closing the final chapter. You will always hold the memories in your heart. Look forward with excitement and anticipation as you embark upon the amazing journeys, opportunities and experiences that a new book will bring to your life. For change is good and every new chapter will bring […]

He burned through her Like a wildfire Leaving only Smoke and ashes. Shannon Little © September 28, 2020

RANDOM MESSAGE THE TIMING PERFECT. BOTH NEEDING A LOVELY DISTRACTION. FLIRTATION CHEMISTRY SPARKS FLYING. REALITY HITS HARD. RAW AND REAL SLOW DOWN… THREE’S A CROWD. THE TIMING TOO SOON? Shannon Little © September 26, 2020

T – Trustworthy and Thoughtful R – Respectful U – Unconditional Love E – Empathic   F – Funny R – Reliable I – Inspiring and Interesting and Intelligent E – Entertaining N – Nice and a LITTLE ‘Naughty’ D – Dependable S – Supportive Shannon Little © December 9, 2018

He will always cross her mind in winter Their memories flashing before her eyes Some make her sad, most make her smile He’s gone now, this will never change She has found peace now, hoping he is finally at peace too Knowing their love was real “Because Their Hearts Were Pure”. Shannon Little © December […]

If I said you will always hold a place in my heart How would that make you feel? If I said I was in love, but it was no longer with you How would that make you feel? If I said I still miss you What would you do? Shannon Little © December 9, 2018

You cover me Like a warm blanket That I never want to come out from under I snuggle down Deeper and deeper Losing myself in a restless sleep Haunted by images From my past, present, the future The pain is real It’s not imagined It’s just not visible How long will it last this time? […]

She was lost in her own thoughts Thinking about the appointment she had just left, and where she had to go next. But she noticed him, bending over, pushing his bag closer to the wall. As she walked by, he caught her eye. She smiled, he smiled. Then he spoke – startling her out of […]

I shall dwell in the abyss of your soul. With a devilish grin I shall make myself at home. Like the mating call in the wild I will seek only you, want only you. I’ll be a temptress dressed in silks, adorned in the scent of desire, I shall be sultry to the eyes as […]

Peace said, I’ll rule the world Anger said, I’m no more Kindness said, I’m here Compassion said, I’m near Hate spoke with remorse, it wasn’t what I was looking for Jealousy said, I bid adieu as I leave you Confusion said, I’m lost didn’t want to be here at all Pain said, I’m sorry but […]

Everyday she woke up, She never knew what to expect. But one thing remained constant, Her gratitude. She had another day. Shannon Little ©

The darkness within haunted melodies resonate with feelings forbidden. Love and lust hidden in the throes of desire ignites a molten fire like a river it flows red like the thread of my veins joining my heart and my body in a dance of sweet glory. I sing of this thirst for your sweet sweet […]

It was an early spring morning the sun’s greeting was just in reach. I could feel the warmth of a loving embrace. It was you I saw it was your love I felt. The silky softness of the clouds murmured promises of love they danced in the blue skies up above. I could hear your […]

A second feels like forever. Tomorrow feels like another lifetime. As I await you I am without laughter. Without you, Joy has taken its leave. Loneliness sits inside The heart That is slowly breaking. I miss you. All that you are. You are everything. So I miss everything. I feel nothing without you. Only you […]

She let him go, one last time. He still crosses her mind. Sometimes. Her future has never looked brighter. She has no regrets. One day, he may. Shannon Little ©

Your smile… Welcomes the world… Opens the heart… It is a balm for pain… It heals the anger… Your smile… Can be felt deep inside… Do not hide… Your smile… It captivates the hardened… It melts the ruthless… It shines like the sun… Your smile… Every time you smile… Especially when it’s also in your […]

If it’s in your heart – speak it If it’s on your mind – do it If it’s in your spirit – embrace it If it’s in your soul – pursue it… With everything you’ve got. Jaz Gill © Jaz Gill: Website Jaz Gill: Instagram

Had it been the sunshine? Or the glass of Pinot Gris white wine? It did not really make a difference. What was of notable significance, Was her smile and her laugh were back, And they were here to stay. Shannon Little ©

Remember you are only as old as you feel. Be wise and mature beyond your years in your soul, Always have a youthful spirit, To keep you young and vibrant forever. Shannon Little ©

Like our shadows which follow us quietly, Never truly leaving our sides Our loved ones will be with us in our hearts, Long after their physical presence has left this world Always. Shannon Little ©

Because you get me You got me Jaz Gill © Jaz Gill: Website Jaz Gill: Instagram

Is it all or nothing It must be something Is it real or a dream Will it be you and me ~ One day – Someday ~ Jaz Gill © Jaz Gill: Website Jaz Gill: Instagram

Everyone is ‘special’ and learns in unique ways. Never count someone out simply because they learn differently from you. Everyone walks a different path in life. Be proud of your uniqueness. Embrace it. Don’t be a follower or a carbon copy. Be a leader. Choose your own path in YOUR life! Shannon Little © September […]

When the wilderness inside of you Felt the stillness in me When the warrior in you Made peace with the battle inside of me ~ Love Story Begins ~ Jaz Gill © Jaz Gill: Website Jaz Gill: Instagram

She took what you did Made it her fuel She took what you said Made it her fire Then she burned The memory of you From her heart Forever ~ Love Story Ends ~ Jaz Gill © Jaz Gill: Website Jaz Gill: Instagram

I have learned I am continually learning. EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. I have learned a positive attitude is the best medicine for healing ones health. I have learned through perseverance and never giving up goals are achieved. I have learned everyone has secrets, wounds, scars and fears, and we must all learn to be more compassionate […]

“Dare To Connect” with Donna Giraud – Contemporary Abstract Artist It was 2014 when I first ‘connected’ with Donna Giraud. I will never forget it. I was attending the first ever ART! Vancouver and as I walked around admiring all the artists’ work on display I was immediately drawn into this one artists section. The […]

The rain streaked the windowpane, Like the tears that stained her cheeks.   Shannon Little © May 3, 2017

The Celebration of Life for Melissa Jane Hall (Reykdal) I “Miss” you already. Its only been a few hours since I received the call, I knew you were gone before I answered the phone. I could feel it…sense it. You were MY strength and my ROCK at times I thought I could not go on. […]

For Spring Break in ’99, eight sexy girls decided to go, All the way down to Mazatlan, Mexico.   They wanted to dance, party, and sing, Most of them single, but one wore a ring.   They lay on the beach from dawn till well past happy hour, Then they would shop, siesta, and shower. […]

I keep going back to the past. Cherished memories calling me. So many wonderful times. I remember the bad times too… But the good memories far outweigh them.   Why do I keep going back? Because I’m stuck on hold. Nine years and counting now… Life has simply gone on around me. What I saw […]

Nobody Knew – My face always wearing a smile – not a frown. But the walls I had built around me were finally starting to crumble down.   Nobody Knew – How sad, tired, and scared I was each night and day – pretending I’m still looking for that open door. When all I really […]

That first night we met You saw my energy from across the room In your eyes I saw my own soul.   I said ‘Goodbye’ You didn’t want to let me go I didn’t mind.   You waited with me for my cab. Not wanting to let me go ~ I said, ‘You should probably […]

Oh, what a perfect life I lead to so many on the outside, If they only knew how looks deceive, and that my life is a tumultuous roller-coaster ride.   I smile and laugh through the pain and tears, Because no one would want to listen to a complainer for seven, no wait, eight years… […]

TO REALIZE THE VALUE OF TEN YEARS: Ask a newly divorced couple.   TO REALIZE THE VALUE OF FOUR YEARS: Ask a Graduate.   TO REALIZE THE VALUE OF ONE YEAR: Ask a student who has failed a final exam.   TO REALIZE THE VALUE OF NINE MONTHS: Ask a mother who gave birth to […]

A Black man was talking to a White man and said:   I am Black. When I was born I was Black. When I grew up I was Black. When I am sick I am Black. When I go in the sun I am Black. When I am cold I am Black. When I die […]

Two elderly gentlemen, both seriously ill, occupied the same hospital room. One gentleman was supposed to sit up in his bed for an hour each afternoon to help drain the fluid from his lungs. His bed was next to the room’s only window. The other gentleman had to spend all his time flat on his […]

A chance meeting An instant connection He makes her smile She makes him laugh Only minutes separate them Time will tell their story.   Shannon Little ©

THANK YOU For breaking down my walls THANK YOU For pushing me past my comfort zone THANK YOU For believing in me THANK YOU For challenging me THANK YOU For bringing a great part of me back to life again THANK YOU For inspiring me THANK YOU For loving me in your own special way […]

You walked into my life. It was serendipity ~ you said. I allowed you to stay. You woke me up. You broke down my walls. You inspired me like no one else before. I tried to let you go ~ again and again. The Universe kept bringing you back to me. I wanted more. We […]

I kept thinking that if I let you go, I would be losing you. Then I realized you never truly belonged to me. Although my heart was with you, Yours was with everything and everyone else. I am not afraid to lose you anymore. I am a fighter and I will always get what I […]

He walked over leaned down and whispered in her ear ‘You have quite the cheeky smile… you’re a woman full of secrets, tell me one of them.’ So I did. You share with me ~ so easily What else will I discover? You keep telling me to let go… I wonder will you do the […]

I wonder… When you hold her tight And you kiss her lips Do you still feel me? I wonder… Do you miss the aroma Of my signature scent That used to intoxicate you? I wonder… Do you miss the sweet taste of my Strawberry kisses with ice?   Shannon Little ©

No one will ever love you as much as I love you. No one ever could. No one will ever understand you like I do. The real you ~ Every part of you. Your passions; Your wounds; Your beauty; Your pain; Your vulnerability; Your strength… Everything that makes you ~ YOU! Every secret you keep […]

Grief Is like the hurricane that pummels you With wind and torrential rain. Knocking you to the ground, Tearing away at your very foundation Till you feel like you cannot hold on any longer. Then a feeling of calm deceptively settles over, You regain some strength You get back up Only to be swept away […]

You still cross my mind. I knew I had to let you go – It was time. But you still cross my mind.   Shannon Little ©