Personal Ads For The Perfect Complement
Colours that flirt
ORANGE: I hail from Morocco where tangerines
were invented. I’m an expert at lit pipes, raiding nights,
I’m power pretended. I’m the perfume of each flower
scented. I once had jaundice but all that has mended.
I don’t just happen but I’m invincible creation. No one
ever thought to put me on a flag for a nation. I was once
discarded shopping bags left hanging in branches. I was
once not sexy, the one too bright to take to dances. If I may
be totally candid, now I’m the type to be highly sought.
I never appear in dreams but I would be your first
pre-waking thought. If you were with me, the normals
in the street would see us and pause. I’m the kind with
great morals, and I’d love to be the heat of your applause.
*
RED: I’m an attractive alarm you can reset again and again
I’m an unbelievable drinking buddy and have the wine stains
to prove it. I’m the kind to yell “move it” but if you’re hurt,
I could smooth it. If I like you, I’d write you loud sirens songs.
Whatever the season, I’m sure I’m not wrong, if we match,
I could be the perfect lover. Let’s get to know one another.
*
BLUE: I’ve been told I have resting sad face but I hope
it’s not true. My ex wrote songs about me, and I hope you
might too. I enjoy walks by the ocean and the feeling of
despair. But should we be similar, I could mend the tears
in your heart. I’m the aristocratic type, a naval man, appreciate art
and own a camper van. If you like to travel, here’s to our start.
*
GREEN: I’ve been depicted as monsters, as lizards and brutes.
To be honest, there could be nothing further from the truth.
I like nothing better than laying down roots. I prefer open-toed
sandals than walking in boots. I’m a nester, a cuddler, a riot
and a hoot. If I’m what you’re after, let’s meet for a juice.
*
BROWN: I’ve got my life together and feel pretty stable.
I’ve got a driver, a cleaner, and a snooker table. I write
sci-fi and historical fiction, I adore old fables. I’ve got excellent
diction and as far as I am able, I’d love to take you out,
on an adventurous hike. I once was married to green, but
I’m done with territorial fights. We could create new memories,
see all the world’s sights. Let’s meet in the woods and see
what we’re like. If there’s a natural spark, let’s make it bright.
About the Creator
Shereen Akhtar
Shereen is a writer and poet based in London. She has had work published in Ambit Magazine, Wasafiri, The Masters Review, Magma and Palette Poetry amongst others. She received a London Writers Award. Her debut collection is out next year.



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