City Quote by Jess C Scott
![“[Poem: Slates of Grey] Sullen faces like slates of grey— What I’d seen on a walk today. Bodies rushing bodies bolting Time for life a disregarding. Money to make and to grow old What about the hands to hold? Deadlines, projects, people to meet What about our own two feet. Sullen faces like slates…” quote by Jess C Scott](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/904/jess-c-scott-15952_city_poem-slates-of-grey-sullen-faces-like-sl_482074.jpg)
““[Poem: Slates of Grey] Sullen faces like slates of grey— What I’d seen on a walk today. Bodies rushing bodies bolting Time for life a disregarding. Money to make and to grow old What about the hands to hold? Deadlines, projects, people to meet What about our own two feet. Sullen faces like slates of grey... What I’d see most anyday.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Slates of Grey, 2023
The poem reflects on daily monotony, rushed lives, and neglect of personal well‑being amid obligations.
In simple terms: It laments gray, hurried existence and forgotten self‑care.
Key Takeaway
Pause to value personal time.
Themes
monotony
time
self‑care
Mood
contemplative
melancholic
Type
poem
reflection
When to use this quote
- daily routine
- work stress
- personal health
Key Concepts
mindfulness
existential reflection
societal pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- What small act can break the gray routine?
- How can we balance duties with self‑care?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize melancholy.
