Going back through the archives, I found this illustration I did last year and I couldn’t resist reposting it. Ms. Knoll’s haiku has the same positive effect on me it always has – and with the front page of the news pretty much universally gloomy, I didn’t think it hurt to post a happy, fun poem. I’m pleased to say Ms. Knoll continues to be extremely active, with a forthcoming poetry book for June 2017 and lots of new poetry focused on social justice and current issues. She always has new stuff happening – her website: http://triciaknoll.com/
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This haiku puts a grin on my face every time I read it. And it never fails to launch me on an extended trip down memory lane as well – from the greenhouse in my grandparents’ backyard to one I visited once in Iceland. I consider this one of the superpowers of the haiku: they are a reservoir of memories stored in present tense words. Ms. Tricia Knoll is an award-winning poet working and living in Portland, Oregon. Her website, triciaknoll.com, has more of her wonderful haiku as well as links to many of her published poems and books – I definitely recommend a visit! Painting (acrylic on cardboard), digital collage, and composition by me. Have a wonderful weekend!
Illustrated Poetry 
This one crept up behind me—in a good way. Hope you are well. I miss reading and viewing everyone’s work on a more regular basis. But I am persisting! Hope you are, too!
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Thanks, Jilanne! I am well – persisting too – lots of work on art and writing and science! I am always glad to see your posts and understand you gotta make time to create. That balance is one I struggle with as well. There is so many good posts on WP that if I don’t set a timer and adhere to it for checking out other blogs, whole afternoons and mornings disappear!
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Hey stranger! I nominated you for the Blogger Recognition Award: http://redstringpapercuts.com/2017/03/14/blogger-recognition-award/ 🙂
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Hey Steve! Thank you so much! I was traveling internationally here for a few weeks but now I am back and ready to take up the gauntlet.
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Oh awesome! I thought my feed was a little light on your posts 🙂
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Thank you, Marcy.
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You are so welcome – I am always glad to spread the word about all the fantastic poetry going on today! And, as I mentioned in my post, this remains one of my favorite haikus.
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Yes, we need those smiles! Thanks Marcy. (K)
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Agreed! It is my pleasure.
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