I took this while I lay, exhausted, on the muddy ground at the dog park. It was the first fun thing I had done, taking my dog out to the local leash free space, since being diagnosed with pneumonia the month before. I was overcome with exhaustion and had no choice but to lie on the wet earth. I noticed this expressive seed pod next to me. I had my camera with me, so in this quiet, slow moment, I got this photograph.