THE COLOUR OF HUNGER

The colour of hunger is yellow, dusty, barren land no longer able to produce.
The colour of hunger is brown longing eyes searching for compassion.
The colour of hunger is a red cross on a white background providing relief.
The colour of hunger is green algae on what is left of the water supply.
The colour of hunger is black scavenging insects.
The colour of hunger is red lights in black streets.
The colour of hunger is brown coats covering grey bodies in blue bitumen doorways.
The colour of hunger is green over green upon pink palms.
The colour of hunger is white empty grocery department shelves.
The colour of hunger is iconic yellow upon bright red.
The colour of hunger is white pages waiting for black characters.