A Love Letter to The Artist by Lily McLaughlin

God bring back the artist;

Bring back the light in her eyes.

Help her bloom.

Give her a heart that always seeks you,

A spirit that longs for you.

Give her hands to plant gardens,

and eyes to see this world the way you do.

Breathe life back into her,

Help her stand tall,

Help her trust that she will be held when she falls.

Show her the colors of your sky;

Show her the beauty of your people,

The stories waiting to be told, the voices longing to be heard.

Teach her how to dance with you again.