Wash Before Wearing

Do you wash before wearing? Well, I never do But society says What I do is taboo. On the label is written: A cold water wash Is what we recommend. (Or you’ll suffer, by gosh!) The dye in the fabric May seep to your skin Or the garments that share The machine that it’s in. Do I follow instructions Or stick to my guns? Will I look like a Na’vi* From color that runs? These blue jeans are dark So perhaps their advice Should be taken to heart Or I’ll pay a steep price. It’ll be the first time That I’ve followed the rule But an obstinate sort Sometimes looks like a fool! *blue-skinned creatures from “Avatar”