wake
to a winter white
morn
no hues
to confuse
a shadow
of gray
that is slightly worn

the sun
hides
leaving
all a wash
let the day
be
void of bright
stay
focused
in black
& white

concentrate
on clarity
the
defined lines
on a limb
of a tree
where
the snow
has been caught
and
the sweet
bird perched
on top

color
may appear
to bring life
but
in
the black & white
all becomes distinct
clearing
the road
of distraction

do not fear
if you’re
feeling black
lean to the right
step into
a shade of gray
discover
the in-between
the thousands
of shades
of gray
on
your path to white