Kim Rodrigues Poet Acrostic

Blonde

I hate that Nellie Olson
—Laura Ingalls, Little House on the Prairie

I’ll fix her. You’ll see.
—Nellie Olson, Little House on the Prairie
(regarding Laura)

Season 6, Episode 2: The two get muddy fighting over a man. Nellie gets even but guess who gets the man and the husband?! Don’t worry Nellie finds her match and he helps to turn her into a better person, well she wants to be better because she loves him. 

Blonde

B leached before birth, bright
     L ocks with buoyant curls
   O nerous trimmings with foxy tail
  N ellie was notorious, jealous,
 D emanding all of Laura’s suitors
E at out of her hands, nest in her blonde lair

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Gershon Wolf May 27, 2024 at 7:25 PM I see that Laura Ingalls really got into the characters she created. Imagine, actually 'hating' the character you yourself created! Interesting angle there... Kim Rodrigues May 28, 2024 at 5:35 AM Thank you, Gershon!

Paige Hind May 27, 2024 at 5:42 PM Interesting, I am a movie buff, but don't watch much tv...sounded interesting though Kim Rodrigues May 28, 2024 at 5:37 AM I grew up watching t.v. When I met my husband, he could watch several movies in a row. At that time, excepting The Wizard of Oz, I wasn’t much into even watching a movie for the second time. Now, I do like a good series, but will watch a little at a time.

Victor Buhagiar May 27, 2024 at 3:34 AM The Mentalist was more my type of series. So No house on the Prairie for me. Still, your poem resonates with me. Hugs Kim Rodrigues May 27, 2024 at 5:45 AM Glad you enjoyed a snippet of the show. It is not for everyone. My sis-in-law is a huge fan. Hugs ~ Kim

I Am Anaya May 25, 2024 at 1:49 PM Kim I couldn't stand that Nelly, but it wouldn't be a show without her would it! Love this, put a huge smile on my face...fave. To the blondes we love to hate! Kim Rodrigues May 26, 2024 at 7:17 AM Did you see the later ones where she finds a husband? She was quite the spoiled brat. Thank you, Anaya!

Jennifer Proxenos May 25, 2024 at 4:32 AM You are always so astute in choosing your topics which you cleverly compose and interpret into intense meaning. Kim be well dear friend, Love and blessings, Jennifer. Kim Rodrigues May 26, 2024 at 7:16 AM I always appreciate you, Jennifer! I will read some poems soon. My grandson is visiting :)

Hilda Greenhough May 24, 2024 at 6:47 PM An acrostic with a story behind it. I loved reading about both. I never saw little house on the prairie. I have heard it was great. Kim Rodrigues May 26, 2024 at 7:15 AM It was a fun, dramatic and light in humor show. I didn’t read the books until I was in my 20’s.

Sotto Poet May 24, 2024 at 6:06 PM Kim, your poem "Blonde" beautifully captures the complex dynamic between Laura and Nellie, highlighting themes of rivalry, jealousy, transformation, and redemption. The evolution of Nellie's character, as she finds love and grows into a better person, adds depth and emotion to your tale. Kim Rodrigues May 26, 2024 at 7:14 AM Knowing that she eventually becomes a decent human being helps the tale along as we all had some shaping up to do. Thank you, dear friend! :)

Silent One May 24, 2024 at 12:08 PM I can see you were inspired lol.. Kim Rodrigues May 24, 2024 at 4:11 PM LOL!

Paula Goldsmith May 24, 2024 at 9:07 AM I enjoyed reading your fun "Blonde" Acrostic write. I do not know that much about the show. Have a blessed day/weekend................. Kim Rodrigues May 24, 2024 at 4:12 PM Thank you, Paula!