Lawrence Hall
Dispatches for the Colonial Office
Late January is a Time of Grey
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
