12

"Am I an artist?" I asked

He reply was something discouraging

My biggest critic

I was never good enough

Never allowed to see my talent shine

 

24

"Am I an artist?" I Asked

She said the words I most desperately wanted to hear

"You are talented," she said

She became constructive, validating and encouraging

What changed? Nothing but time

 

26

"Am I an artist?" I asked

"Yes!" I replied

I could finally see my worth

And let my talent shine