Flowers On The Wall (Petit Fleurs by Pablo Picasso)

Hanging on the wall above his tiny bed

is what our child sees when first he lifts his head.

Colors, bright and vivid, each flower a different hue.

A ray of sunshine in his room illuminates the view.

Two hands are reaching out, one gives and one receives

a small bouquet of flowers, but our young child believes

it means much more to him; friendship, peace, and love.

This is what he sees in the flowers up above.

Simple lines and vivid colors draw our child’s eye

to the picture on his wall reminding him to try

to live each day as flowers do, bringing joy and peace.

If he does, his own life’s joy shall tenfold be increased.