an artist

i had such a relaxing
inspirational time on our vacation.
while sunning,
and swimming,
(and eating),
i did manage
to make some time for art.
in 8 days -
i created 7 pieces.
i drew from my experiences,
and things that i saw -
in real life.
i am coming to realize
that it doesn't really matter
what the piece looks like - really.
what matters is that i took the time,
the concentration,
the patience -
to practice,
and to produce something from -
myself.
not copied,
or coveted from someone else's work.
i have hesitated -
always -
to call myself
an artist.
but i think -
i might just be.