I wanted to paint the town red
I painted it purple instead
I wanted to change the world
Other plans unfurled.
I hoped to pan some gold
Now I am painting bold
The colors run and flow
I’m quick—I don’t like slow.
A coral reef under the sea
Transparent colors transparent me.
I still have time to paint the town red
And pan some gold.
Maybe I’ll do it today
Tomorrow will still be o.k.