I began to try my hand at art nearly a decade ago
I was happy to share my creations with others, to show
What I could do, the artwork is still posted on social media for everyone to see
But when I look at it now, I cringe inwardly
And wonder what I was thinking in those days
Broadcasting my artwork that was subpar in every way
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I am still an amateur and I tend to make
An embarrassing number of rookie mistakes
But overall my artwork is more presentable
I have my own style I bring to the table
I have a long way to go but quite far I have come
From a dilettante, an artist I think I have become
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When you cringe at seeing your earlier work, because it feels immature
When you are embarrassed by how bad you were before
Compared to where you are in your journey now
Just take a pause, re-examine your creation and allow
Yourself to feel accomplished, admire your progress you have made
Pat yourself on your back for trusting the process
