The Fir Tree
A Young Tree's Dream
Deep in the forest stood a beautiful young fir tree. Though surrounded by the splendor of nature, it was never satisfied with its present life, always longing to be something more.
The Journey
The tree dreamed of becoming a grand Christmas tree, decorated and admired by all. When that day finally came, it was too excited about the future to enjoy its present glory.
"'Rejoice in thy youth!' said the Air and the Sunlight. But the Tree did not rejoice at all..."
Through its journey from forest to festival to forgotten, the fir tree learns valuable lessons about appreciating the present moment and finding joy in one's current situation.
Lessons
- Living in the present moment
- Gratitude for what we have
- The cycle of life
- Finding contentment