A world of Grey

Throughout my youth and into adulthood, I was told that the world is “black” or “white.” But soon, I realized that this is not the truth. We are all just shades of grey - very much imperfect, real, and human. On this journey to discover ourselves, we strive to be where we want to be.

Not long ago, I was grouped into boxes of blacks and whites.
My blacks have been stained with whites,
My whites stained with blacks.
And I cannot accept this world
Because it’s Grey.

Who will own up and identify with me?
I’ve stopped expecting anyone to.
Drown me today, if you must

For I never asked to be awakened.