The Flower on the Pond
by Jefferson Feil
The wind breaks through the garden
Shaking flowers to the ground
Looking closer, I beg your pardon
Atop the pond, one flower is found
Two weeks later, I returned
Those flowers had withered away
But the one on the water, unturned
Well nourished, it survives today
Jefferson Feil is a producer/screenwriter living in the Los Angeles area. A California native, Jeff spends his time relaxing by his backyard pool, writing captivating screenplays, frightening his neighbors, entertaining his three cats with pretend mice, and exploring the versatility of common household items. He also dabbles in photography, voice acting, and kitchen fire management. His charm and sarcastic sense of humor create an eclectic mix of intrigue and sophistication, which pour through his literary works like nacho cheese. He is the recipient of several top honors, including the prestigious Mrs. Schumacher 5th Grade Perfect Attendance award.
Contact: jefferson@virtualconfetti.com
Dream interpreters would tell you that a source of water is a representation of either your life as a whole or of your sexuality. My initial personal interpretation of this piece was that an individual can only stay afloat and vibrant throughout life’s turbulence if they are held by a flourishing support system. The ground seems solid, but it is water that gives life. It’s also water that is ever changing in form although consistently reliable. I first thought of the importance of a supportive family when I read this, but I can also see how this could refer to friendships, relationships in the work environment or even, as dream interpreters and Freud might have it, an ample intimate life.
People will obviously have their interpretations, but the author defines the flower as one’s friendship.