Kelly Deschler Poet Rhyme

Knowing Kelly

The name Kelly means "bright-headed",
according to the internet.
A fine attribute that doesn't quite describe me yet
because, you see, I could not go to college
and be properly taught.
I came from a poor background
where a good education could not be bought.
So, I have no choice but to write from the heart,
it's not perfect, but it is my form of art.

My first name is Irish, though my ancestry is German.
Just to make sure, I looked it up on Wikipedia.
I am shy, so you're not likely to find me
on any form of social media.
I am very careful when I choose a friend,
they have to be someone who I can trust and depend.
My friends know that I'm loyal, and when I listen, I hear.
I will always be there for them, 
through every smile and tear.

When I'm not writing my hobby is photography,
which inspires new words from the beauty I see.
Often you will find me reading alone in my room
with classic rock music turned up on high volume,
or watching an old movie filmed in black and white
whether it be a comedy or a thrilling, silent fright.

I am no one's wife and no child's mother,
and I never had anyone to call a sister or a brother.
I was a lonely, only child, and I am still,
an empty shell that only poetry or love can fill.
I work at a factory job on the graveyard shift,
being a true night owl causes my mind to dream and drift.

My middle name is Robin, which means "bright-fame"
though, I am not here just to play the fortune game.
I am known to be sweet in the comments that I write,
yet, my poems can be sad and as dark as the night.
I guess this makes me a mystery to many of you
but, really read me and you will discover the clue.







Written by: Kelly Deschler
SKAT's Keep It Real Contest

9/7/2014

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John Gondolf August 22, 2019 at 11:44 AM It is so nice to know you, Kelly Deschler, a very honest and open poem about yourself. I must read some more of your poetry. Warmest wishes my new friend! John Kelly Deschler October 12, 2019 at 1:06 PM Thank you John, its nice to make your acquaintance... I look forward to reading more of your poems as well and you are welcome to stop by mine anytime you like :)

Poet Destroyer A April 30, 2015 at 9:15 PM Kelly, Congrats.................... Luv ~Linda~

Skat A April 30, 2015 at 8:57 PM ooo, I love it Kelly, :) Congratulations in MY keeping it real contest. ~SKAT~

Sara Kendrick April 27, 2015 at 1:07 PM Good to learn a lttle more about you.. Congrats on your winning work!!Sara Kelly Deschler April 30, 2015 at 12:10 AM Thank you for your kind congrats and comments. I appreciate it, Sara!

Mark Trichet April 26, 2015 at 7:00 PM Nice to meet you again Kelly! Loved it. It struck a chord within me that will resonate long after I click validate. I truly wish you well and the Luck of the Irish :). You have many friends here on Soup, as I know you do. Check out "I am Mark" some day. Kelly Deschler April 29, 2015 at 7:20 PM Thank you so much, Mark. I'm glad you enjoyed my bio and I truly appreciate your nice comments! I will be checking out your poem shortly...

Poet Destroyer A April 26, 2015 at 12:29 AM Kelly, Congratulations on your "Bio of a Poet" WIN!!! LINDA

Rob Carmack April 25, 2015 at 10:07 PM Congrats Kelly. Glad you gave us the chance to know you better with this poem. Kelly Deschler April 27, 2015 at 9:08 PM Thank you, Rob. I'm glad you enjoyed reading this very personal poem :)

Emmanuel Brian Oule April 20, 2015 at 2:33 AM We share a common interest dear, one I too listen loud music a lot Congs dear one Emmanuel Brian Oule April 22, 2015 at 11:24 PM Same applies to me, Music is what i breathe to write, Trance, Electronic, Rock R&b, Soul, Hip Hop, Name them among others, that's what makes me write, And so welcome for your gratitude, #Lv Hugs Kelly Deschler April 22, 2015 at 6:13 PM I couldn't live without music, I listen to it everyday. Many of my poems have been inspired by songs... Thank you for your kind congrats and comments. I really appreciate it, Bryan!

Sandra Haight April 19, 2015 at 8:48 PM Kelly, I read your bio poem tonight, and it is so nice to learn more about you. You seen to have such wonderful gifts of the heart and creativity. Congratulations on your nice win on the podium! Kelly Deschler April 22, 2015 at 5:53 PM Thank you for your kindness, Sandra. I truly appreciate your nice comments!

Abdul Malik Mandani April 19, 2015 at 4:49 PM I had always thought you to be a little mysterious - now I know why? Mysterious but interesting! Loved your bio. Not going much into detail, you explained a lot about yourself. Very nice. Kelly Deschler April 21, 2015 at 6:53 PM Thank you so much, Abdul. I'm glad you liked my bio... There is a part of me in each of my poems, even though it might not be easy to see that. I think there are some things about a person that the world doesn't need to know.

Eve Roper April 19, 2015 at 2:26 PM Congratulations on your win, Kelly , nice to know a little about you. A 7. Blessings dear friend Eve Kelly Deschler April 20, 2015 at 3:45 PM Thank you for the congrats and nice comments. I really appreciate it, my friend!

Jan Allison April 19, 2015 at 6:49 AM This bio is so so so moving Kelly - congrats on your win:-) Hugs jan xx Kelly Deschler April 20, 2015 at 3:37 PM Thank you, Jan. Your kindness is always appreciated! Hugs :)

Edward Ebbs April 18, 2015 at 11:34 PM Congrats Kelly, we now a little more about you :) Kelly Deschler April 20, 2015 at 3:23 PM Thank you, Ed! There is a piece of me in each of my poems, though it may not be easy to see sometimes.

Tammy Reams April 18, 2015 at 10:15 PM Congrats on your 2nd place win Kelly. I love the detail about you in this bio. You definitely write from the heart and I love the way you explained your name. Thank you for entering my contest. Kelly Deschler April 20, 2015 at 2:57 PM Thank you for the placement and your nice comments. I appreciate them so much, Tammy!

Poet Destroyer A April 2, 2015 at 8:05 PM Kelly, Thank you for the sweet reply to my comment. Love LINDA

Cherl Dunn February 9, 2015 at 12:51 PM Again it was nice to meet you all over again, lol cheri love this selfee poem of yours, in other words nice written photograph of yours, cheri

Cherl Dunn February 9, 2015 at 12:49 PM Glad to finally meet you all over again, my friend Kelly, we share much in common, I grew up with the brady bunch clan, but felt completely alone being the last born, everyone much older then me, a creature to be tormented instead of loved or cherished. I was alone most of time and hidding, so I hid until like matilda in the movie have you seen it, that's me all over, lol well I love old black and white movies also, classic rock, rocks my cradle handle, and writing is my thing also, cheri Kelly Deschler February 14, 2015 at 12:45 AM Yes, I have seen the Matilda movie and I relate to her, as well. Books were always there for me when I needed a friend, just as writing is now. It is nice to know more about you, my friend, and I am so glad we have so much in common! Thank you once again for taking the time to read my work. It really means a lot to me :)

Richard Lamoureux December 29, 2014 at 1:13 PM I enjoyed reading this one again. I relate because I too did not get to go to school beyond Highschool. It is good to discover your voice through writing, I have learned much about myself and others through this pursuit. P.S. I do not find you dark! Kelly Deschler January 1, 2015 at 1:27 AM No, it doesn't take the best education to be a good poet, just a little heart and soul. You are proof of that, my friend... I don't know what I would do without poetry. It has filled a void in my life by allowing me to be myself... I'm truly grateful for your kind words, Rick. Thank you!

Gordon Mcconnell December 21, 2014 at 9:04 AM great self portrait Kelly, really superbly written, really enjoyed this, take care my love, blessings, Gordon

Barbara Gorelick November 14, 2014 at 2:08 PM such an honest piece. I know you would make an awesome friend...you certainly are loved here on the soup. BG Kelly Deschler November 18, 2014 at 1:56 AM Thank you so much, Barbara. I was truly touched by your kind and heartfelt words!

Brenda Meier-Hans November 13, 2014 at 4:03 PM I don't believe an education makes you a good poet. You can be taught poetry or you are a natural poet who writes from the heart and that is my favourite type. You are a natural Kelly. Congratulations on your win. Kelly Deschler November 17, 2014 at 5:30 PM I think that all poetry must come from the heart. No matter what form you write in, the subject should still mean something to you... Thank you for the lovely comments, Brenda. They really meant so much to me.

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders November 12, 2014 at 10:35 AM Congrats on your win, Kelly! Your poem was one of my favorites in this contest. I can relate to you in some ways. Though I am a wife and mom, I am shy and need solitude to recharge...I enjoyed reading. Love and Blessings, Rhonda Kelly Deschler November 15, 2014 at 11:49 PM Thank you for your nice comments and kind congrats. I appreciate it very much, Rhonda!.... I'm happy that you've enjoyed my poem and could identify with it. Writing has really allowed me to express myself and I think it can help me to overcome that shyness. I like having that solitude, as well, especially when I am writing!

Maurice Yvonne November 11, 2014 at 9:53 PM I have never been able to put together your poetry and how you describe yourself. Your avatar and words project a strong, educated, confident, leader. Most of all intriguing. The kind of person one would love to meet for a coffe just to talk. That being said Congratulations on your win with this great write. Kelly Deschler November 15, 2014 at 12:28 AM Thank you for the kind compliments, Maurice. They really meant so much to me. It would be nice to meet for coffee someday!... I think those who are naturally talented are always humble, and will never admit to their abilities. While others who study and work so hard to evolve their talent always seem to be arrogant.

Debra Squyres November 11, 2014 at 12:15 PM Moved by your words on so many levels. It seems our living often bleeds into our writings and some in marvelous ways. If we were all the same... how dull poetry would become. Nice to meet you and congrats on your win !! Kelly Deschler November 14, 2014 at 5:56 PM Yes, I think that poetry would become boring if we did not write about our lives. Each of us are unique, so that keeps things new and refreshing constantly... Thank you very much for your nice comments and the kind congrats. It is nice to meet you, too, Debra!

Kayod5 Kayode November 11, 2014 at 10:43 AM A great work here,but you forgot to add that we appreciate you,we love you and always yearn to read from you; you are great already and this harsh past must be pardoned, congrats Kelly.Huggs Kelly Deschler November 14, 2014 at 1:45 AM Thank you for such kind and encouraging words, Kayode. I was truly touched by them, and I feel the same way about everyone here. Thank you once again! Hugs!

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