Chromatic

For so long in my life, I was Blue.

Each drudging step I took, a gloomy cloud followed.

I thought it was normal; I never knew.

I thought my soul would be forever harrowed.

Then, upon wandering, I discovered White.

A feeling so startling and intense, my legs would endlessly tremble.

A searing overwhelming heat, blocking all sight,

This created in me an impossible room designed to make me crumble.

Before long, I could feel it, Black crawling.

Harken, a silent but deadly killer who has picked me for its prey.

And once it pounces, an endless falling.

All consuming, this void, every inch of my world, no clear getaway.

I felt them deeply, constantly, wanting reprieve.

But as constant as they would be constant of me.

Sometimes our souls need time to feel, to breathe, and to grieve.

And sometimes, a call for help answered, can help you finally see.

And after patience and care, I healed myself.

Then in walks someone new. It's Green, a peaceful, calm presence.

A feeling of wind, gentle on my skin, and of loving oneself.

I am on a blanket in a field, the smell of fresh rain on trees - acceptance.

I know now that life is hard, but with time, I'm sure many colors will come.

And I can experience them for what they offer and absorb their wisdom.