I’d like to see the world
through Azul’s eyes.
Where trees are lush green
vibrant with life.
Where every face is smiling,
grinning happily.
Side-by-side neighbors
whether across the globe,
the continent, the island,
the city or neighborhood.
Where there are no others.
Only a world of us and we.
Where all children are kissed by mothers
beneath trees melodious with caroling birds
hidden among their leaves.
Where the rising moon thrives
shining hope and beaming light,
even as the setting sun
paints the sky in waves
of yellow and crimson orange.
May we all see our world
through the eyes of Azul.
Written for Tuesday Poetics at dVerse, the virtual pub for poets around the globe. Today I’m hosting and am delighted to post four pieces of artwork created by Azul, an 8-year old boy from the Philippines. I’ve never met Azul, only his wonderful father. I’ve posted four of Azul’s drawings/paintings and asked folks to create a poem inspired by one or more of them. I think he’s a budding artist! In case you’re interested, here’s the fourth piece of Azul’s art that I did not include in my poem. It too is beautiful.
Thank you for sharing Azul’s world with us, Lill, and for your delightful poem. I love that you were inspired by all the artworks, especially the one ‘where trees are lush green vibrant with life’.
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lovely ekphrasis
much love
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Such a lovely tribute to Azul and his paintings! ❤️❤️ I love; “Where the rising moon thrives shining hope and beaming light, even as the setting sun paints the sky in waves of yellow and crimson orange.” 😀
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Beautiful and joyous! A perfect tribute to Azul and his art.
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Lillian I love how you crafted your poem to include those three paintings which sit so well together- thanks for introducing me to this young talent he is definitely one to keep an eye on 🙌
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It’s just amazing Lillian! An 8-year-old can effect shadings and direction of lights. You have matched the talents in your poem of the paintings just as well! Thanks for hosting and sharing the discovery!
Hank
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A great poem with beautiful artwork by Azul.
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Awesome prompt today, Lillian! Azul’s paintings are quite impressive as is your poem drawing inspiration from all 4 of his amazing paintings. Ty for the prompt and turning us all on to his amazing talent. Much love! ❤️
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there are no others. thank you lillian and azul
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I love the wisdom and possibility – and most of all hope in your wonderful poem – Jae
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Well done! Thank you.
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Fantastic poem, and yes, may the world be as seen through the eyes of a child.
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