I Am Grey

Is grey a colour
I’m not sure
It’s the way I look
Next to her

She is vibrant
Yes technicolor 
I’m just her shadow 
She’s like no other

Don’t get me wrong
I can’t complain
A flower can’t thrive
Without the rain.

Is grey a colour
I’m not sure
It’s the way I look 
Next to her 

Grey makes silver linings
On clouds shine brightly
It compliments moon glow
In the sky nightly

She is my sparkle
I’m happy being grey
It makes me beautiful 
In my own way

Grey is a colour 
Granite strong
Companion of beauty 
Next to her I belong.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Winter Avatar
December 4, 2025 at 5:12 AM
Dear Richard, brilliant writing! I think grey is a very unique color. Best, Anne
Lamoureux Avatar
December 4, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Much appreciated.
Manassian Avatar
October 18, 2025 at 1:25 AM
You're more colourful than you give yourself credit for. Lovely piece.
Lamoureux Avatar
December 4, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Thanks, sorry I missed responding.
Theraven Avatar
September 1, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Now that's life's best contrast written of two in time. -Richard
Lamoureux Avatar
December 4, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Much appreciated.
Lamoureux Avatar
December 4, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Much appreciated.
Messina Avatar
August 22, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Don't feel bad, Richard. I'm young and grey (lol) Hope you're doing well, my friend. Charlie
Lamoureux Avatar
December 4, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Great response, thanks Charlie.
Lamoureux Avatar
December 4, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Great response, thanks Charlie.
Wolf Avatar
August 17, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Oh, this is excellent. Bullseye, Sir Archer! ~ Will Yum Tell
Lamoureux Avatar
December 4, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Thanks Gershon.
Greenhough Avatar
August 17, 2025 at 7:28 PM
I love it. It is cute in a loving, positive way. Grey is good.
Lamoureux Avatar
December 4, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Thanks for reading and commenting.
Etgen-Baker Avatar
August 13, 2025 at 5:01 PM
well done, sir. Hard for me to choose my color for the poem because so many came to mind. This one is captivating, especially the last three lines. enjoy your evening, Sara
Lamoureux Avatar
August 13, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Thanks Sarah.
Bauer Avatar
August 13, 2025 at 1:13 PM
nice one, richard! the ending is perfect!
Lamoureux Avatar
August 13, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Thanks Ilene.
Sheehan Avatar
August 12, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Nice rhyme. Very creative. Good rhythm and flow. Enjoyed.
Lamoureux Avatar
August 13, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Thanks Frank.
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