Late January is a Time of Grey

By Lawrence “Mack in Texas” Hall

 

I read a little in Billy Collins just now

Because Tolkien is in the other room

Along with the laundry and an unmade bed

Late January is a time of grey

 

I just want to sit with my coffee awhile

And then I’ll stow the laundry and make the bed

The dishwasher can remain silent until tomorrow

Late January is a time of grey

 

I was nibbled to death by ducks today

Because

Late January is a time of grey