| Andrei: | This guy iz too oriental fer my liking . . . |
| Philyra: | The lotus metaphor seems oriental, but the basic message is universal. |
| Andrei: | No – the idea of transcending ones own nature is very Indian. Fundamentally, however, it defies logic. |
| Jules: | To me the scriptures say it clearly: we're just blades of grass . . . |
| Andrei: | That's a kummon view. However, I prefer to zhink of zhe whole matter in terms of DNA sequencing & environment. |
| Ellesha: | You guys argh stuck in yer heads. Art is primarily about feeling, not thinking. What's this image & poem actually say ta yer hearts? |
| Philyra: | The image has nice colors - that's about it. |
| Andrei: | Uh, the poem is mildly encouraging if I suspend critical thinking. |
From each lotus pond
abundant life springs:
so many leaves, flowers, and seeds!
If you feel stuck in the mud
or unable to rise to much height
don't worry: in time
all things flower
if they touch the light
Hear the author read this poem.
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