1) This chapter from “Maud Martha”, by Gwendolyn Brooks forms a relationship between the main character and a dandelion. The author illustrates the most overlooked characteristic of a dandelion, its “everydayness.” The Dandelion is normal and lacks attention at most, if not unwelcomed by the keepers of lawns and gardens. This replenishes what Martha already feels about herself, common and regular. However, Martha holds the dandelion in high regards, even considering it to be a flower. Once the dandelion is considered a flower, common connotations include attention grabbing, colorful, and expensive displays. In other words, the dandelion provides closure for Martha, a sound means to boost her self-image/self-worth.
2) In the novel “Maud Martha” by Gwendolyn Brooks, the dandelions are a symbol of “everydayness.” This suggests that the dandelion often goes unnoticed; it exists regularly yet it is not always appreciated. Oppositely, the Coop commercial showcases the dandelion as the main catalyst for change. It is vital that every dandelion seed floats all over the globe because each seed is representative of the installation of an alternative energy resource.
-dandelion as everyday beauty
-dandelion as connection
3) The dandelion is an extremely capable plant. Although the dandelion is not appreciated by the majority of land owners, the plant is scientifically marvelous. Even a small seed left in the soil after a dandelion plant is extracted, may replenish itself into multiple flower buds in as little as twelve hours. As the dandelion seeds flow through the wind they can travel long distances and reproduce wherever they land.
The reproductive qualities of dandelions are highlighted in the Coop dandelion commercial; it promotes the reproduction of the utilization of alternative energy sources. As the child blows on a dandelion plant, each flower carries the seed which plants the use of alternative energy resource. Similarly, even a small application of alternative energy can influence the use of more alternative resources in a short period of time. Furthermore the effects of an alternative energy resource will be widespread and long lasting.