…a day to share a story.
The Leaf and the Tree
story by Tania Konnerth
retold by Ute
It was a normal Summer’s day.
The big tree has stood there for decades and its branches swayed in the wind.
He suddenly heard a sad sigh.
He listened carefully and heard another one.
It came from his own crown so it must be one of his leaves.
He looked among his leaves and saw a small unhappy leaf on one of the smaller branches.
He asked: “My dear leaf what is the matter?”
Surprised the leaf almost blushed.
“Oh nothing, I am just sad.”
“But why?”
“Because I feel that I am worth nothing. I am only a very tiny leaf among thousands. I don’t mean anything to you.”
“Oh, you are totally wrong there.” The tree spoke rather loudly as he was excited.
“You are the only leaf, that can grow at this special spot. If you were not exactly there, there would be a hole. I would not be complete without you. You make me to what I am. “
The leaf blushed – out of joy.
And this joy lasted until Autumn, when it changed into beautiful colours in competition with all other leaves.
What a great reminder to us all. We fill a very special spot.
We do , each and one of us!
wunderschön, liebe Ute, ich wünsche dir einen guten fröhlichen Feiertag mit vielen schönen Momenten
Bei uns ist es kein Feiertag, doc wir haben naechsten Montag frei dafuer! Da freue ich mich. Hoffe Du hattest einen shcoenen Tag!
Dear Ute, you are one-of-a-kind! 🙂
A great story to remind us we are all special, just like everyone else! Also brings to mind the Bible scripture which talks about us all being various parts of one body (eyes, ears, fingers, toes, etc) and yet each being important with a special function (paraphrased).
Blessings and hugs!
❤️carmen
We are all so important in the way we are! Thank you Carmen for your lovely and beautiful comment! Big hugs ♥
On this depressing, cold day, when I am feeling terrible, it was a glimpse of warmth and joy to read your sweet story. With a moral, no less! Wonderful.
Thank you , so glad I could brighten your day! Hope you feel better today! Warm hugs ♥
Ein wunderbares Gleichnis, liebe Ute. Jeder von uns ist auf seine Weise wichtig.
Ganz gewiss, das sind wir! Danke
Yes, that’s a wonderful story and a great reminder that we’re all beautiful and valuable ❤ Pawkisses for a Warm Weekend to you and Thomas🐾😽💞
Thank you , sun is here, but still cold. Better on a warm lap! Have a great weekend with your loved ones! ♥
schönen Sonntag und viel Erfolg in der kommenden Woche wünsche ich dir, Klaus
Danke, gleichfalls!
Love this one spot in life. Encouraging. Humble. With such grandeur. 🙂
That is good to hear. Love your life! Thank you for visiting and your lovely comment.
ich hoffe, du bist gut in die Woche gestartet?????????
Es war ganz ok…
prima
♥
Without you, there would be a hole in my life, too, Ute.
Awwww, big hugs. I’m giving away another of your books as a Birthday present. they are perfect as presents. I am so proud and feel so blessed to be part of your journey. Much love from me!