Painting Clouds

They asked me to paint some clouds

I wasn't sure where to start

But things were looking up

Hopefully it won't take much

Maybe they just needed a touch

Will have to get to them with my brush

They were way up there

Right up in the air

I couldn't just stay on the ground and stare

But how would I travel for the affair

Might have to take the stairs

Oh that is not an option

Particularly for this function

It is no ordinary luncheon

Never make an assumption

But this situation was higher

My straits might be dire

They had said it was my work they admire

This commission might be something new to acquire

Had to admit it would be a bit of a challenge otherwise I would be a liar

Plus I need to be in the correct attire

Keep my enthusiasm on fire

Use the right tools

Didn't want to be a fool

Would it be oil?

No, it might rain and contaminate the soil

Possibly watercolour?

Similar again, it might leak and cause someone to freak

But I am not one to admit defeat

I will make this complete

Acrylic will make it idyllic

As smooth as silk

Glossy and flossy

This is a job where nobody needs to be bossy

Well enough of that chatter

I guess to most it won't matter

All I really need is a really big ladder

It has never been easy painting clouds