While I was in Wyoming this past weekend I came across a book that still teaches me a lesson over and over again. The Giving Tree, written by Shel Silverstein, provides the helping hand that I feel all parents try to bestow upon their children. This poor tree wants nothing more than to be happy as long as the boy is happy. It provides, branches to climb, shade to protect him, apples to feed him and more. As the boy grows, the tree provides. Much like a parent may provide for their children.
This story shows the lessons learned in life by showing that one must give and receive to make it in life. It should also give us a sense to be thankful as well. I loved this book as a child. (Even though I still get teary-eyed for that poor lonesome tree.)
"And the tree was happy."
Right outside of my apartment building is a stump (used to be a tree) with a sign above it that says "The Giving Tree." People leave all manner of things on the stump and others pick them up.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love this book, it has been one of my favorites since I was little. It is sad, but a good lesson.
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