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Someone Else's Handiwork

The quilt upon my bed was stitched
By someone I don’t know.
My blue ceramic fish was formed,
Most likely, by a pro.

Some watercolors on my wall
Were painted by a friend
I met on a vacation 
(Such good luck I’d recommend).

A wrought-iron scene, a stained-glass moon,
A mobile made of metal
All grace my home and help my mood
Improve to finer fettle.

I wonder if the artists think
About the crafts surrendered,
If it was worth the trade-off
For the compensation tendered.

I’d like to think they’re satisfied
That what they have created
Is there displayed in someone’s house,
Their talents celebrated.

Copyright © Ilene Bauer | Year Posted 2018

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Artsieladie Sharon Donnelly Date: 5/12/2018 11:04:00 AM Another delightful poem of yours, Ilene. I love the way you address things in our lives in your poems that we often never think to give much thought to. So much of what we have and/or use, like anonymous connections, we have no idea who's hands made it. As an artist it's nice to know our talents are celebrated. Happy Mother's Day! :) ~ Artsie xx Login to Reply

Pat Adams Date: 4/23/2018 7:20:00 AM Your insight and ability to wax poetic about every day objects continues to amaze me. The comments below touch on the "Children" of talented peoples efforts. This "Child" of yours is something I will enjoy for a long time over and over again! A 7 and a FAV for me! Very well done! Login to Reply

Lin Lane Date: 4/22/2018 6:52:00 PM Ilene, because you wonder what artists think about their crafts when they've been given away, or even sold, shows the depth of your empathy. I will tell you my opinion, as an artist and a jewelry maker who has both sold and given away many pieces. I am thrilled to know that they are displayed or worn for others to enjoy. It's far better than having them in a closet or unworn...and even better when commissioned because it shows how much others value what you create. Loved this one... Login to Reply

Sunlite Wanter Date: 4/22/2018 6:40:00 PM My home is filled with hand made things from friends and family as well as little things I just like. I treasure all of them and the persons who did them. I paint and I know that when I give away a painting, it's like giving a "child," and it's so important to me that it is liked. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 4/22/2018 6:54:00 PM I share your feelings, Sun. Paintings take far longer to create than a set of jewelry, so wanting our "children" to have a good home is important.