Lone Wolf

I am the loner, the rebel
never the leader, I go my own way.
Never trying to run with the pack,
but ahead of them.
I never go where they go,
or do what they do.
Surviving amongst the solitude
of dense forests and misty fogs.
Living for the moonlit midnight hours.
Running wild and free
with the wind in my hair
and the moon
reflecting in my golden eyes.
My kind is close to extinction.
Only a few others remain 
who are trustworthy,
only to them do I remain loyal.
I am unforgiving to those
who would dare to cross my path.
I am never afraid
to speak out into darkness.
My wail fills the night air,
a lone cry
not of sadness, or loneliness,
but of freedom,
to go my own way
and be a loner.






For Just That Archaic Poet's contest - "Personify Any Animal Of Your Choosing"
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Mcdaid Avatar
October 22, 2014 at 2:50 PM
reading this again kelly beautifully penned
Deschler Avatar
October 27, 2014 at 10:51 PM
Thank you very much, Liam. I'm so glad you enjoyed this poem, once again!
Dietrich Avatar
October 2, 2014 at 11:59 PM
You chose a very worthy animal to portray. Congrats i the contest. this was very nicely done.
Mehta Avatar
October 1, 2014 at 4:55 AM
Nice character-sketch of wonderful animal, kelly, congrats
Deschler Avatar
October 5, 2014 at 6:19 PM
Thank you for the nice comments and kind congrats. I appreciate it very much, Dr. Ram.
Yvonne Avatar
October 1, 2014 at 3:24 AM
Wolfs are an amazing animal. When I was studying drama one of the actresses had two wolves as pets. I met them several times they were so beautiful and hers really large. Congratulations on your win along with a few others this one of my favorites.
Deschler Avatar
October 5, 2014 at 6:13 PM
Yes, they are amazing, Maurice. Wolves are one of my favorite animals. They seem to be so mysterious and rebellious.... Thank you for the nice comments and kind congrats. It means a lot that you thought my poem was so enjoyable!
Allison Avatar
September 30, 2014 at 3:43 PM
wonderful personification Kelly many congrats on your win:-) Hugs jan xxx
Deschler Avatar
October 4, 2014 at 1:18 AM
Thank you so much for the kind congrats. I really appreciate it, Jan! Hugs :)
Antony Avatar
August 2, 2014 at 11:36 PM
The lone wolf doesn't run with the pack because he is faster and stronger then them. If he runs with them, he would be held back, and won't be free. This poem is very introspective. Lovely work Kelly.
Deschler Avatar
August 7, 2014 at 12:13 AM
That is so true. Sometimes, we just have to break away from the pack and go our own way.... Thank you for the kind comments, Rohan. I appreciate it so much!
A  Avatar
January 28, 2014 at 3:42 PM
Kelly, CONGRATULATIONS, a very clever write, you did well in "Personifing Any Animal of Your Choosing" *enjoyed every poem.......... ~SKAT~
Deschler Avatar
January 29, 2014 at 7:39 PM
Thank you for the kind words, SKAT. I very much appreciate your support. I am glad that you enjoyed my poem. I wish that I could read every poem that makes it onto the winner's list. I just don't have the time, but I get through as many as I can! :)
Jerden Avatar
January 5, 2014 at 11:15 AM
I felt it. Very good! Congratulations!
Deschler Avatar
January 8, 2014 at 4:21 PM
Thank you very much, Roy! I appreciate you stopping by.
Hamilton Avatar
January 5, 2014 at 9:25 AM
love it Kelly congrats Shadow x smile hug
Deschler Avatar
January 8, 2014 at 4:00 PM
Thank you very much, Shadow! I'm glad that you enjoyed my poem!
Mehta Avatar
January 5, 2014 at 12:30 AM
Enjoyed the personification and congrats on your win, Kelly
Deschler Avatar
January 8, 2014 at 3:32 PM
Thank you very much, Dr. Ram! I am glad that you enjoyed my poem.
That Archaic Poet Avatar
January 4, 2014 at 9:57 AM
Congrats on your win in my contest, SP! :)
Deschler Avatar
January 8, 2014 at 2:58 PM
Thank you very much for the honor, BP! :)
Koven Avatar
January 3, 2014 at 2:55 PM
Kelly, Sometimes we run with the pack sometimes alone. I wrote about this in Swimming Upstream. Being the odd one out can be a lonely way to live. Remember though, the wolf is an amazing and resourceful animal.
Deschler Avatar
January 7, 2014 at 11:18 PM
It sure can be a lonely way to live, Allan. But, as you said, wolves are very resourceful animals, and they can usually find some comfort in their solitude. Thank you very much for the great comments, Allan. I really appreciate it!
Mohammed Avatar
January 1, 2014 at 9:42 AM
Brilliant Kelly! Know that you're not alone, for your words echo my life succinctly. Big hugs.
Deschler Avatar
January 3, 2014 at 3:10 PM
I am glad that you find my poem to be relatable, Mustapha. Sometimes, being alone is not always a bad thing. I enjoy the solitude of being alone, because it just gives me time to relax. Thank you for the wonderful comments. Big hugs to you! :)
Dunn Avatar
December 31, 2013 at 6:19 PM
Dear friend you don't have to cry, i have excepted and have embraced that little child within me, it has helped me deal with all the pain inside myself to write, i've learned how to use this pain as a strength not as a weakness and it's helped me as a person to over come alot of my painful past. i'm here if you need a person to talk to any time. cheri
Deschler Avatar
December 31, 2013 at 8:25 PM
I really felt your poem on an emotional level, because it brought to mind thoughts of my own childhood. Thank you, Cheri. It is always nice to have good friends around when you need to talk. :)
Anglesey Avatar
December 31, 2013 at 5:42 PM
Awesome personification with vivid imagery of the lone wolf throughout. Well done
Deschler Avatar
December 31, 2013 at 6:27 PM
Thank you very, very much, Karen. I am so glad that you enjoyed my poem! :)
Horsman Avatar
December 31, 2013 at 9:19 AM
you are a wondrous poet alone or not...love this amazing rendering of yours...happy new years...
Deschler Avatar
December 31, 2013 at 8:14 PM
Thank you so much for the wonderful comments, Harry. Happy New Year!
Dunn Avatar
December 30, 2013 at 8:03 PM
IOL I have not finished it yet but as soon as i'm done I'll post it my friend promise, cheri
Mcdaid Avatar
December 29, 2013 at 7:18 PM
excellently penned totally relate like watching in the shadows working everything out happyy new year
Deschler Avatar
December 31, 2013 at 5:55 PM
Thank you so much, Liam. Happy New Year, my friend!
Dietrich Avatar
December 29, 2013 at 12:06 AM
wow, I love how you did yours. Wonderful job!!! I dated a guy in college who was native american. He name was John Lone Wolf!! I think if I had been Indian, maybe they'd have called me Porpoise who loves the sun
Deschler Avatar
December 31, 2013 at 5:06 PM
lol!...Thank you so much, Andrea!
Davis Avatar
December 28, 2013 at 11:07 PM
Kelly This is a great tale of your personality and traits. I enjoyed reading it and learning more about you. You gave the reader an insight into your soul and spirit. Nice job Thanks for the great comment on my About My Poems write. Hugs
Dunn Avatar
December 28, 2013 at 10:30 PM
To the lone wolf creator loved this on levels you may understand great write my friend beautifully written and done. and thank you for your storytelling also, and for your wonderful comment on my ivory rose. cheri
Deschler Avatar
December 30, 2013 at 5:48 PM
I do understand how you could enjoy this deeply and would be able to relate. Thank you so much for understanding, Cheri, and for the wonderful comments, as well!
Kendrick Avatar
December 28, 2013 at 10:32 AM
Reads like a winner to me..Way to go for the contest..Thanks for the visit to my page..Your comments are uplifting..The leader of the pack is a unique animal..Sara
Dunn Avatar
December 27, 2013 at 10:54 PM
GREAT WRITE HERE OF A LONER, AND THANKS FOR YOUR COMMENTS ON MY RECENT WORK CHERI
Deschler Avatar
December 28, 2013 at 9:36 PM
Thank you once again, my friend! I am glad that you enjoyed this poem. And, you are welcome, I always enjoy reading your work, Cheri!
Carroll Avatar
December 27, 2013 at 10:13 PM
Hi Kelly, Awesome write..Happy Holidays! Ken
Deschler Avatar
December 28, 2013 at 10:41 PM
Hi Ken, thank you so much for your great comments. I hope you had a great Christmas, and I wish you all the best for the New Year!
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