The pond- a magical place where waterlilies float like soft whispers upon the surface, and dragonflies buzz in a symphony of movement. It is a sanctuary—an ode to nature’s untamed elegance, a place where life unfolds in layers. In this harmonious ballet of color and sound, the pond beckons the soul to pause, to breathe, and to witness the divine artistry that is life itself.

In times of sadness about the world, I would return to the sanctity of the lily pond. I became fixated on the idea of it as a metaphor for the shared experience of existence. While our paths and our shares of tragedy vary, we are all deeply connected and floating through this electric and fleeting existence together. No matter how big or small, we all deserve life.