Grey

Grey like the snow, post-December
(cigarette palace and a cardboard crown)
grey like his eyes when it rains.

walk a little faster

Grey like the gum on the sidewalk
and the tops of your over-priced shoes
grey like willful ignorance.

hurry along

Grey like the weight of two dollars
and eighty-five cents in your pocket
Grey like the state of your heart.

avert your eyes

Grey like preventable hunger
and cold, naked backs in the wind
grey like the goats on His left.