Jack Ellison Poet Quatrain

Colours

I've pondered this since I was a child
What makes the grass so green
I know there's a logical explanation
Sure seems like some magical scheme

To explain why oceans are a deep indigo
Or the cerulean blue sky up above
The rising sun is a bright yellow ball
Why magenta is the colour of love

Pink is associated with a baby's skin
As we cuddle and snuggle and coo
Mauve is usually the colour of sadness
When life throws a curve at you

The colour of nature is a wonder to behold
Artists have tried to capture its magic
What if the world was just shades of grey
Sure would be sad and quite tragic

So pray when you wake up each morning
Nature's colours will still be the same
It's what makes this world a joy to behold
And its beauty continues to reign



© Jack Ellison 2013

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Donna Jones January 22, 2013 at 9:44 PM Wow beautiful, that last paragraph reminds me of Washington Irving's work. Very peaceful read before I sign off tonight thanks Jack Ellison January 23, 2013 at 6:18 AM Don't know what happened... a serious poem? Yikes... what happened? Hope you had a good night! Hugs and much love, Jack xox

Jon A Cavanaugh January 22, 2013 at 6:10 PM Beautiful poem Jack. Great job! Jack Ellison January 23, 2013 at 6:41 AM Thank you muchly my friend... have a great day! Cheers, Jack

Sharon Smith January 22, 2013 at 3:27 PM Lovely poem. I sometimes wonder whether we all see colours the same, I doubt it, otherwise my fiance would be able to tell the difference between cream, ivory and magnolia! Jack Ellison January 23, 2013 at 6:39 AM LOL My kinda guy! Big hugs, Jack xox

Heather Ober January 22, 2013 at 1:55 PM I love this one, Jack!! Even in the midst of winter's doom and gloom, there are some gorgeous colours out there. Jack Ellison January 23, 2013 at 6:38 AM You sure have that right my friend! Thanks... love and hugs, Jack xox

Carol Eastman January 22, 2013 at 11:22 AM True... True... They say dogs only see in shades of gray... That's why I pet them so much... poor puppies.... Loved your poem... I wonder what colors Trolls see in?... emmmm... You reallyshouldn't get me thinking, you know... Jack Ellison January 23, 2013 at 6:37 AM What!!! I serious poem from Jack? Those little Trolls are a big part of your life, aren't they! LOL Love ya... Jake xox

Len Gasun January 22, 2013 at 9:16 AM Excellent poem about colors! I extremely love it my dear poet friend Jack. Would you mind if I'll include it in my fav. list and use also in my art/painting class? Thank you so much for sharing! Have a great day! love/hugs, Leonora Jack Ellison January 22, 2013 at 9:45 AM WOW! You are soooo SWEET, my dear Leonora! You certainly don't need to ask... I'd be honoured! Big hugs and much love, Jack xoxoxox

Toquyen Harrell January 22, 2013 at 7:57 AM Lol, yes. And what a beautiful world it is! Like you said if everything is colorless, it would be so lifeless and boring. God knows what He is doing :). Enjoyed, Jack! Jack Ellison January 22, 2013 at 9:43 AM Hope you're enjoying your day! Thanks for always being there my friend... love and hugs, Jack xxx

Russell Sivey January 22, 2013 at 7:51 AM And the beauty of my life is poetry, and your a piece of that puzzle my friend! You are one of natures own colors, a beautiful color: peach! That's the best I can describe the color of skin my friend, but I see you wearing that, lol! And yes, colors will always reign supreme, to bring us emotions and feelings the same as the beginning of time! What a delightful poem you have written here Jack, I really enjoyed reading it! Great Work!! Jack Ellison January 22, 2013 at 9:42 AM Something apart from from usual silliness eh! Thanks once again for your very kind comments, Russell! Cheers!

Demetrios Trifiatis January 22, 2013 at 7:48 AM Dear Jack, today we have been provided with something deeper and thoughtful more poetic and delightful with pictures and colors. Very much enjoyed reading it! Thank you! Jack Ellison January 22, 2013 at 9:40 AM I'm not just another pretty face, my friend... I have depth! LOL LOL! Thank you dear friend! Jack

Barbara Gorelick January 22, 2013 at 7:29 AM Sweet poem..enjoyed the colors. BG Jack Ellison January 22, 2013 at 7:34 AM Thank you Barbara! Your kind comments are very much appreciated, dear friend... hugs, Jack xox