Ol' man Simon, planted a diamond. Grew hisself a garden…
““Ol' man Simon, planted a diamond. Grew hisself a garden the likes of none. Sprouts all growin' comin' up glowin' Fruit of jewels all shinin' in the sun. Colors of the rainbow. See the sun and the rain grow sapphires and rubies on ivory vines, Grapes of jade, just ripenin' in the shade, just ready for the squeezin' into green jade wine. Pure gold corn there, Blowin' in the warm air. Ol' crow nibblin' on the amnythyst seeds. In between the diamonds, Ol' man Simon crawls about pullin' out platinum weeds. Pink pearl berries, all you can carry, put 'em in a bushel and haul 'em into town. Up in the tree there's opal nuts and gold pears- Hurry quick, grab a stick and shake some down. Take a silver tater, emerald tomater, fresh plump coral melons. Hangin' in reach. Ol' man Simon, diggin' in his diamonds, stops and rests and dreams about one... real... peach.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A whimsical, lush description of a fantastical garden where wealth and nature intertwine, culminating in a yearning for a simple, perfect peach.
In simple terms: Fantastical abundance and longing
Key Takeaway
Even in opulence, simple desires persist.
Themes
imagination
abundance
nature
desire
Mood
playful
dreamy
Type
poem
fantasy
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- visual art inspiration
- children's storytelling
Key Concepts
wealth
simplicity
Practical Applications
- poetry workshops
- illustration projects
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the peach symbolize amid the riches?
- How does excess affect the perception of desire?
A Different Perspective
Some may view the excess as a critique of materialism rather than celebration.