Mr. Hughes and his mismatched shoes

I went on a Langston Hughes rampage after class this last thursday. Here are two that I love. So short and so sweet.

"Quiet Girl"

I would liken you
To a night without stars
Were it not for your eyes.
I would liken you
To a sleep without dreams
Were it not for your songs.

"Bad Morning"

Here I sit
With my shoes mismated.
Lawdy-mercy!
I's frustrated!