The Gray Wool Sweater

By Ann Clinton

 

Among the many brightly colored items

 

Residing in my clothing closet

 

There is one garment that is

 

Alien in its demeanor and style

 

There is no question it is different

 

And, that is its appeal

 

It hangs simply, almost sadly draped

 

A crooked sleeve of gray

 

Rests on its neighbor

 

A new blouse of lacy rose

 

Together they make the odd couple

 

Daring, vivacious and perhaps flamboyant

 

Accepting the gentle pressure

 

Of age and experience.