Behind These Red Brick Walls

I remember living quietly inside these red brick walls,
a soul, wandering alone through those dark, empty halls,
this is the place where I used to rest my weary head,
now you, another poetic heart, are dreaming here instead.

I was just a poet, a soul like you, so do not be afraid,
this is where I once lived, and this is where I stayed,
I want to whisper my secrets to you, late after midnight,
just hear my faded words, and I will remain out of sight.

There was a lonesome time when I wrote poetry, too,
now I am here, to be your muse and inspire you,
100 years ago, I lived on the other side, only now,
I dwell just behind these red brick walls, somehow.





(A sequel to my poem, "These Red Brick Walls")
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Nehls Avatar
October 1, 2017 at 3:58 AM
Hi Kelly. This is a fine write and a great sequel. There are many situations and places that speak to us from beyond the so called reality that many live in. As writers soul searchers we can open ourselves up to far greater worlds that will speak to us in various ways. And as writers we have been given the gift to bring those worlds to others. You have that gift, my friend. A very enjoyable read.... Robert.
Deschler Avatar
October 6, 2017 at 10:44 PM
Hello, my friend... Thank you for such a nice compliment. That really meant a lot to me :) Being a writer is such a wonderful thing, and I'm just glad that I can share that with others who also have the same passion for words and what they can do.
Allison Avatar
January 15, 2015 at 1:42 PM
a haunting read Kelly - many congrats on your win:-) Hugs Jan xx
Deschler Avatar
January 18, 2015 at 3:09 PM
I do appreciate the kind congrats, Jan. Thank you very much!
Yvonne Avatar
January 15, 2015 at 7:29 AM
Congratulations Kelly on your win. I really liked this poem the first time I read it. I like it even more this time. A Fav.
Deschler Avatar
January 18, 2015 at 1:55 AM
I'm glad you've enjoyed reading it once more, Armand. Thank you so much for the kind congrats and the fav!
A. Sharma Avatar
January 15, 2015 at 1:32 AM
Love the title as well as the superb write Kelly! congrats on big win!
Deschler Avatar
January 18, 2015 at 1:34 AM
I'm happy you enjoyed my poem, Dr. Upma! I really appreciate your nice comments and kind congrats. Thank you so much!
Kayode Avatar
January 15, 2015 at 1:21 AM
A good friend and two in one; Kelly and his Muse in red brick walls;congrats on this worthy win my friend...huggs
Deschler Avatar
January 18, 2015 at 1:30 AM
Thank you for your nice comments and kind congrats. I appreciate them very much, Kayode. Hugs!
A   Avatar
January 14, 2015 at 10:40 PM
Kelly, Stopping by to say hi and wish you the best when it comes to any soup contest. Congratulations, on your win. Stop by my latest blog "A Penny For Your Thoughts." If you'd like:) Always & Forever ~LINDA~
Chabriere Avatar
December 28, 2014 at 10:17 AM
- lovely... to give me a best idea of your writing I translate them in french... ( I don't know if you could read french).. but in case, I intend to put it on my poetic blog http://ecritscrisdotcom.wordpress.com ( both versions your and my translation )- if you agree, of course... kindly René
Deschler Avatar
December 28, 2014 at 10:57 PM
Yes, you may put my poem on your poetic blog, Rene. I had taken French classes when I was in school, but I can only remember a few phrases of the language... I will look at your blog soon!... This poem is a sequel to my poem titled "These Red Brick Walls". You might enjoy it, as well.
Chabriere Avatar
December 23, 2014 at 1:59 AM
I like to hear you whisper your secrets.. they're going through the red brick walls... very good poem !
Deschler Avatar
December 27, 2014 at 6:18 PM
I'm glad you enjoyed it, Rene! Thank you for taking the time to read and comment on my poems. I appreciate it very much!
Fleming Avatar
December 4, 2014 at 2:14 AM
i really find this poem most compelling...excellent!! :) john.
Deschler Avatar
December 6, 2014 at 10:26 PM
Thank you so much for your kind comments, John. I really appreciate them!... This is a sequel to my poem titled, "These Red Brick Walls", you might enjoy it, as well.
Eastman Avatar
October 15, 2014 at 2:33 PM
Are they red brick walls of PoetrySoup perchance? I hope so... A very enjoyable Halloween read.
Deschler Avatar
October 18, 2014 at 11:57 PM
Actually, this was written about the brick house that I'm living in now. But, I hope that I can make Poetry Soup my home, too.... Thank you for your nice comments, Carol. I'm glad you enjoyed this poem!
Kendrick Avatar
October 14, 2014 at 5:02 AM
I like the flavor of this ghostly tale..I am glad that I chose it to read today..Thanks for the visit to my page..I wonder how many unsung poets have roamed this wonderful earth?..Sara
Deschler Avatar
October 17, 2014 at 1:58 AM
Thank you for your kind comments, Sara. I'm so glad you enjoyed this poem!.... I think there were, and are many unsung poets roaming around this earth!
Bordner Avatar
October 10, 2014 at 8:45 PM
This is an enchanting encore Kelly...lovely glimpse into the progress of a poet's soul become a fine Muse sharing melancholoy and the magic of blood ink link, each an instrument of passion's need of expression. Fantastic Spiritualism Kelly, and FAV.! J.A.B.
Deschler Avatar
October 15, 2014 at 12:50 AM
It is interesting to think about our muses, and where our inspirations come from. Just maybe they are former poets, whispering and passing on their talents to us.... Thank you for these wonderful comments, Justin. The fav really means so much to me!
Austin Avatar
October 9, 2014 at 11:00 AM
Spooky. A good pre Halloween treat. Love, daver
Deschler Avatar
October 15, 2014 at 12:01 AM
Thank you very much, Daver. I appreciate your kind words!
Callus Avatar
October 7, 2014 at 3:02 PM
This is an excellent follow-up to your previous poem which I can clearly recall, Kelly. You managed to keep a similar mood to the first one. Well done...and a 7 rating for you! // paul
Deschler Avatar
October 14, 2014 at 12:45 AM
Thank you so much, Paul. I'm happy that you liked my sequel... It's been awhile since I wrote the first poem, so I went back to reread it and compare the two, just to make sure that the sequel had the same feel.
Nasir Avatar
October 7, 2014 at 3:52 AM
2 haunting poems ..waow.. liked:-)
Deschler Avatar
October 14, 2014 at 12:08 AM
Thank you for your kind comments, once again. I really appreciate them, Hina! :)
Mcdaid Avatar
October 5, 2014 at 3:44 AM
i tip my hat smiling excellent piece of writing
Deschler Avatar
October 10, 2014 at 2:21 AM
Thank you so much, Liam. I really appreciate that, my friend!
Dietrich Avatar
October 4, 2014 at 11:18 PM
oh wow, I like the ghostly appeal of this one. It could work for a Halloween tale!!
Deschler Avatar
October 10, 2014 at 1:24 AM
Thank you very much, Andrea. I'm so glad you enjoyed this poem! I didn't write this for Halloween, but yes, it could make a good ghost story for All Hallow's Eve. :)
Yvonne Avatar
October 4, 2014 at 11:15 PM
You are going to think I am crazy, but there is delicate sensual undertone to your fine poem. It grabbed me, seduced me with its gentle words. It was an enjoyable read and an impressive write.
Deschler Avatar
October 10, 2014 at 12:58 AM
I don't think you are crazy at all, Maurice. Now that you mention it, I can definitely see those sensual undertones in my poem.... Thank you so much for your kind comments. I really appreciate it!
Vaso Avatar
October 4, 2014 at 9:41 PM
I loved this Kelly, going to read the first one now!!
Deschler Avatar
October 9, 2014 at 1:05 AM
Thank you for your kind comments, Arthur. I appreciate them so much!
Meier-Hans Avatar
October 4, 2014 at 9:41 PM
I really like the idea here Kelly. A little mystery behind it. Yes, I really like it. It's a 7 from me.
Deschler Avatar
October 9, 2014 at 12:53 AM
Thank you very much, Brenda. I appreciate your kind comments!
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