Benjamin Bartley Poet Light Verse

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Weirdo in a Weirdworld

I woke up and everyone was purple 
Except me, of course 
I wanna be purple 
I hope it’s okay that I’m still a pinkskin 
I hope that I’m not that different than you 
But maybe it’s okay to be different 
To be a stranger in an estrangedland 
Walking hand in hand with my lover 
Who happens to be purple, of course

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Zyrool Gifford April 26, 2025 at 10:34 AM Hello Benjamin, this is a lovely piece. It took me back to the Singer Prince. To each his own I say. Different is great.

Jan Terry March 1, 2025 at 9:41 AM I get it. I've got purple hair so, perhaps, I'm weird in this world; if so, it's by choice. Anyway, I'm me and it's ok to be different. In fact, I find it delightful. I love the theme of your poem. I will happily read more of your gems. Benjamin Bartley March 1, 2025 at 4:20 PM What a lovely comment. I once painted my hair all rainbowlike colors at a music festival once. What wonderful memories. Thanks for stopping by.

Jan Allison March 1, 2025 at 2:05 AM thanks for the smiles, you Made me think of the late singer Prince! hugs jan xx Benjamin Bartley March 1, 2025 at 4:21 PM I miss Prince. He was a musical genius. And thank you for the smiles.

Nancy Kaufman February 28, 2025 at 9:01 PM Aww..this is a cute one..I think you may need a touch of blue if you want to blend in with the purple people, just not too much though..

Alesia Leach February 28, 2025 at 6:27 PM It has a whimsical, almost absurdist feel to it, but underneath, there’s a clear theme of belonging, difference, and acceptance. The imagery of wanting to be purple like everyone else but realizing it’s okay to be different gives it a simple yet thoughtful depth. Benjamin Bartley March 1, 2025 at 3:58 PM Thanks for your insightful comments. I love your poetry too.