"i know" my father said and sighed,
"it's just a piece of art
it's rough, okay, but talent tried
still takes a lot of heart.
"of course, it comes as no surprise,"
he smiled and sadly said
"it's easier to criticise,
than see the worth instead.
just disregard your scorn, and then
step-back, and see it new."
he held it up. "now look again."
i did. i always do.