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Jim Daly’s painting When I Grow Up is a tender and poignant reflection on the wonder and innocence of childhood. Paired with the artist’s heartfelt words, it invites us to reconnect with the dreams and unspoiled truths we held as children.

The painting depicts a young boy lying in bed, his head propped on his hand, gazing wistfully out the window at a glowing moon suspended in a sky of soft clouds. His expression is one of quiet contemplation, as if imagining the vast possibilities of the future or recalling adventures of the day. Nestled close beside him is his loyal dog, sharing in the boy’s moment of reflection, their companionship radiating warmth and trust.

Sometimes called "Boy at the Veterinarian's Office," this classic piece of Americana transports the audience to a familiar and often worrisome moment: the lobby of a veterinarian's office.