Kelly Deschler Poet Rhyme

The Unique Antique Shoppe

The curiosity shoppe
Was the place to stop,
For something unique 
... A rare antique

With floors that creak
A treasure in itself,
Amongst the keepsakes 
Lining each and every shelf

Under layers of dust
Upon layers of rust,
Hoping to snare
... A buyer's stare

Leather-bound books stand
With their titles erect,
Rifled through by many a hand
Now showing signs of neglect 

A belted steamer trunk
From a ship that sunk,
A top hat for the gentlemen 
An inkwell, a fountain pen

Here and there, a lamp
Was always dimly lit,
By an old rocking chair
Where someone used to sit

A delicate China doll
With a painted smile,
Next to dainty teacups
Stacked in a pile

Open for business 
With an eclectic mix,
The Unique Antique Shoppe 
... Closes at six.

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Dean Wood January 14, 2024 at 2:10 PM Kelly, I loved this poem. You have done a good job of bringing back that "easter egg hunt" feeling that an antique store gives me. My car almost pulls over by itself when I see one. Thanks for sharing this. Kelly Deschler August 24, 2024 at 12:36 PM I am so glad you enjoyed it, Dean ... Thank you for reading... I appreciate your time more than you know :)

Sotto Poet September 23, 2023 at 5:38 PM Your thought is truly profound and exquisitely expressed, my friend. Your poetry transports us to a bygone era, evoking the beauty and charm of antiquity. It is a delightful experience to immerse oneself in your words. In our vicinity, there are numerous antique shops that further amplify the nostalgic atmosphere you have created. Kelly Deschler August 15, 2024 at 9:53 AM I'm so glad you enjoy my work! ... Thank you for reading ... I appreciate your time more than you know :)

Len Gasun September 22, 2023 at 7:11 PM Wow! There's so much treasure in there. I love and enjoyed immensely this beautiful poem of yours my dear poet friend Kelly. Superb and fantastic. I'll be back to read from you so soon (Sem break is coming soon at last. Looking forward on it). Again thank you so much. God bless you always and in your writings. Best wishes to you always. Hugs Kelly Deschler August 4, 2024 at 11:27 AM Thank you so much, Len ... I appreciate your time more than you know :)

Daniel Turner September 22, 2023 at 6:37 PM A very fun read, Kelly:) A poem everyone can relate to. Hoping you are well:) Kelly Deschler July 28, 2024 at 10:28 AM I am doing very well, Daniel, thank you ... Hope you are well, too ... I appreciate your time more than you know :)

Lin Lane September 22, 2023 at 11:15 AM I love digging through old things... treasures from another era. I even love the smell of history. Do you ever wonder who owned certain items that looked so well cared for? I really enjoyed your shopping adventure, Kelly. Kelly Deschler July 20, 2024 at 4:02 PM Yes, I do have those same thoughts and feelings about antiques, and the people who may have owned them before ... Thank you for reading, Lin. I appreciate your time more than you know :)

Silent One September 22, 2023 at 11:14 AM You created an antique imagery in your poetry.. An enjoyable read.. We have a lot of antique shops around here. Kelly Deschler November 28, 2023 at 4:39 PM Thank you for reading my poem, Silent One, and your kind comments on it ... We have very few antique shops here. I do wish there were more of them :)

Anne-Lise Andresen September 22, 2023 at 10:51 AM - It's exciting in antique shops ... old dust ... floors that creak and things that "smell bad" and maybe a "treasure" to find :) - A fun and great poem, Kelly :) -- Have a lovely weekend :) - hugs Kelly Deschler November 18, 2023 at 4:05 PM Yes indeed, you just never know what you may find in an antique shop ... Thank you for reading my poem and your kind comments on it, Anne-Lise :)