| Andrei: | This guy iz too oriental fer my liking . . . |
| Philyra: | The lotus metaphor may seem 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: | The scriptures may be correct & aren't we just blades of grass? |
| Andrei: | That's the Christian viewpoint. However, I prefer to zhink of zhe whole matter in terms of DNA sequencing & environment. |
| Ellesha: | You guys are stuck in yer heads. Art is primarily about feeling, not thinking. What's this image or poem actually say ta yer heart? |
| Philyra: | I like the colors – that's about it. |
| Andrei: | Uh, graphics are interesting. |
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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