Favorite Colors

I always doubt whether most adults have favorite colors. Sure, if you ask any adult what their favorite color is they can give you a definitive response. But is this truly a color they favor over all others?

What I believe is that adults respond to the favorite color question simply with the same color they've been saying since childhood. Most kids seem to have actually have a favorite color: one that they'll proudly wear on all their clothing, have their room painted, and even want to have their food dyed ("Mom, I want BLUE mashed potatoes!) As adults, it is evident we no longer have a childish affection for a certain color, and enjoy many hues and shades in our clothing, cars, and foods. But when asked that favorite color question, we'll give the same answer we've been reciting off for years. Thus, I really don't think many adults really do have a favorite color. What we should be asking is, "What WAS your favorite color?"

My favorite color is/WAS GREEN.