Wake Me, the Owl, When the Moon Does Rise

Wake me, the owl, when the moon does rise
and his golden beams illuminate the skies,
when the darkness flees and the time just flies
and the cold, crystal stars twinkle in our eyes.

Nothing could keep me from basking in your glow
not lightning, not thunder, not even rain or snow,
I'm not moving from my branch, so let the winds blow
his crescent smile is never lost, this I surely know.

So easily the moon enchants and takes me by the wing
which causes my heart to flutter, and serenade and sing,
The daytime sun does not possess the charm that he can bring
when under his nightly influence, you can imagine anything.

Still, no dream can entice me to sleep in a little late
and miss the wonder of the moment, O, I cannot wait,
to see him there hurrying along, not to miss a date
then up above the hills to meet me at my wooden gate.

I'll wait right here, nestled up high in the maple tree
where you will hear my echoed call, but hardly ever see,
a little, lonesome night owl is what I will always be
when the moon does rise, just promise you'll wake me.










Written on February 6th, 2016

Owls Personification Contest
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Mcguire Avatar
October 22, 2019 at 9:49 PM
Great Poem, you have a talent to draw us in carry us along with your tales!
Deschler Avatar
January 8, 2020 at 6:12 PM
Thank you so much for taking the time to read and comment so kindly on my poems Timothy. I really appreciate that :)
Inman Avatar
October 13, 2018 at 9:49 AM
Excellent write Kelly, I enjoyed this very much. A beautiful mystery are owls.
Deschler Avatar
February 17, 2019 at 9:31 PM
I'm so glad you did! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by and leave your kind comments James ... I love owls, they are my favorite animal, and yes there is something just so beautiful about those mysterious creatures :)
Peterson Avatar
April 12, 2016 at 10:18 PM
I positively love this, Kelly. We have three owls and at least one family in the back yard. Often I awake on sleepless nights and hear them start up. Marci has a relationship with one of them who flies to stand on our bird feeder when she comes out. They just sit and watch each other. I'm printing a copy of this poem for her.
Deschler Avatar
April 30, 2016 at 6:45 PM
I am so glad you enjoyed my poem, Mark, and I hope Marci did, too... I hear the owls calling out almost every night, but I never actually see them. Still, they are my favorite animal :)
Fleming Avatar
March 17, 2016 at 2:22 PM
Mysterious, revered, and at times both feared and loathed. A creature that invokes so many different emotions and thoughts; synonymous with the night! Nicely done, Kelly! My very best regards...And warmest wishes. :) john P.s A seven.
Deschler Avatar
April 2, 2016 at 7:04 PM
Owls do evoke many different feelings, emotions and mysteries. I just know that they are my favorite animal!...Thank you for your kind comments, John. Much appreciated... Have a great weekend :)
Carmack Avatar
March 9, 2016 at 12:52 PM
Could there be any other justifiable placement other than first for this poem? Well written and congrats to you Kelly.
Deschler Avatar
March 29, 2016 at 11:19 PM
Thank you for your congrats and comments, Rob. Much appreciated... You're too kind :)
Onclaud Avatar
March 7, 2016 at 10:30 AM
kelly, love the mellow, lyrical sway of your piece... an owl does mystify!.. huggs
Deschler Avatar
March 28, 2016 at 8:43 PM
Thank you for the kind comments as always, Nette. Much appreciated :) hugs!!
Mcconnell Avatar
March 6, 2016 at 11:11 AM
Lovely piece Kelly, love your rhyme and nice flow, well done!
Deschler Avatar
March 28, 2016 at 8:33 PM
Your kind comments are much appreciated, Gordon. Thank you :)
Anglesey Avatar
February 28, 2016 at 4:44 PM
Beautifully penned as always
Deschler Avatar
March 16, 2016 at 1:31 PM
Thank you so much, Karen. It is great to see you again :)
Kendrick Avatar
February 22, 2016 at 2:34 PM
Great contest entry..Reads like a winner to me..That owl is a hoot..Thanks for stopping by..Sara
Deschler Avatar
March 11, 2016 at 12:46 PM
Thank you very much, Sara. I appreciate you stopping by :)
Sathasivam Avatar
February 22, 2016 at 2:00 AM
Beautiful write. Congrats for your win. Enjoyed reading. Thanks for sharing it.
Deschler Avatar
March 11, 2016 at 12:37 PM
Thank you, Ravi. I appreciate you stopping by :)
Austin Avatar
February 21, 2016 at 11:00 AM
Yes. What is it about owls that fascinates so? A fascinating write dear Kelly. Love, daver
Deschler Avatar
March 10, 2016 at 1:41 PM
Thank you so much, Daver... I'm not sure why owls fascinate us so much, but they do. They seem to be the most mysterious animal, maybe that's the reason? ... I just know that owls are probably my favorite animal :)
Gasun Avatar
February 21, 2016 at 9:05 AM
This is such a real beauty my dear friend, Kelly! I love it so much! Thanks a lot for sharing and many congratulations on your Win! love lots and big hugs, GL
Deschler Avatar
March 10, 2016 at 1:38 PM
I am so glad you enjoyed this poem! Thank you for commenting so kindly on it... I think this one will be among my favorite poems that I've written so far :) Big hugs!!!
Rv Avatar
February 20, 2016 at 11:03 AM
This is so lovely, dear Kelly!! Congratulations on your wonderful win!! :D :D
Deschler Avatar
March 10, 2016 at 1:24 PM
Thank you so much, Sneha. I really appreciate your kind comments :)
Horsman Avatar
February 18, 2016 at 8:25 AM
Remarkable poetry Kelly, and a deserved number 1...
Deschler Avatar
March 8, 2016 at 1:11 PM
You're kind comments are much appreciated, Harry. Thank you :)
May Avatar
February 17, 2016 at 10:23 PM
I love the romantic feel of this one ...Congrats on a great win Kelly
Deschler Avatar
March 8, 2016 at 1:03 PM
Thank you so much, Joseph. I appreciate your kind congrats :)
Dietrich Avatar
February 17, 2016 at 5:44 PM
this is fantastic, Kelly, I hope it scored high as I see congratulations are in order. I really like it and putting it as a friendship with the moon
Deschler Avatar
March 7, 2016 at 10:24 AM
Thank you very much, Andrea... I wasn't sure if this poem was what Eve wanted for the contest. I was pleasantly surprised to see that she had given it one of the first place spots :)
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February 16, 2016 at 12:38 PM
Kelly, Congratulations on your "Owls Personification form WIN." Always ~LINDA~
A. Sharma Avatar
February 16, 2016 at 1:04 AM
Wonderful write Kelly n so is ur much deserved win.. big congrats!
Deschler Avatar
March 5, 2016 at 7:19 PM
Thank you for the kind congrats and comments, Dr. Upma :)
Gentry Avatar
February 16, 2016 at 1:03 AM
Congratulations on your win!
Deschler Avatar
March 5, 2016 at 7:10 PM
Thank you, Susan. I appreciate your kind congrats :)
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 15, 2016 at 10:45 PM
What a charming delight this poem was to read Kelly. Congratulations on your first placement in this contest! #7
Deschler Avatar
March 5, 2016 at 6:59 PM
Thank you, Connie! I appreciate your kind congrats and comments :)
Lawless Avatar
February 15, 2016 at 5:47 PM
Congratulations on you placement Kelly.
Deschler Avatar
March 5, 2016 at 6:49 PM
I appreciate your kind congrats, John. Thank you :)
Pinet Avatar
February 15, 2016 at 5:28 PM
Congratulations, this poem is "whimsical & magical" in both its content and delivery. Emile.
Deschler Avatar
March 5, 2016 at 6:40 PM
I appreciate your kind congrats and comments, Emile. Thank you :)
Rycroft Avatar
February 15, 2016 at 10:26 AM
Lovely poem well done congrats xxx
Deschler Avatar
March 1, 2016 at 8:29 PM
I appreciate your kind congrats and comments, Wendy. Thank you :)
Haight Avatar
February 15, 2016 at 9:24 AM
A lovely take on the theme, Kelly. I enjoyed your poem and congratulate you on your nice win! Hugs, Sandra
Deschler Avatar
March 1, 2016 at 8:09 PM
This contest really was a joy for me to write for... Your kind congrats and comments are much appreciated, Sandra. Thank you :)
Lane Avatar
February 15, 2016 at 8:34 AM
Well done for this contest, Kelly, so congratulations!
Deschler Avatar
March 1, 2016 at 8:00 PM
Thank you for the kind congrats and comments, Lin :)
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