Life being the title , I feel you have some deep feelings about this image. Although I myself can not make the connection.
That may also lead to confusion with others as to the point your trying to make.
I like the color composition, the colors used work well to complement each other.
The reflective surface is lost in the DOF and there is no definite edge that seperates the true image from the reflection.
Also the reflection is a bit burry. I would have liked to seen more of the pencil sharpener in the reflection this may have helped the image not to seem as flat.
The coil of the shavings work to draw your eye into where the action is taking place, This is a good thing!
The image does meet the challenge Criteria., without question.
A very creative look at colored pencils - the image meets the subject matter and with a certain irreverence. A terrific demonstration of the creative process in meeting the challenge. Should be a sure bet to win a ribbon or place high as a top twenty image. A couple of minor detail problems not worth mentioning because they don't appear until you really get a critical eye and examine the image closely. Well done.