The Thankful Tree

    By Donia

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    01 May, 2024

    a girl in a blue dress standing on a path in a rural area with a tree and a house, magical realism, a storybook illustration, Anne Said, official art

    Lily was a curious little girl who lived in the village. She loved exploring the surroundings and was particularly fascinated by the grand old tree at the village center.

    a painting of a girl in a blue dress standing in front of a tree and a house in the background, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Claire Falkenstein, rossdraws global illumination

    One day, while playing near the tree, she noticed a strange glow. As she got closer, she saw that the glow was coming from the tree itself.

    a girl in a blue dress standing in front of a tree with a light on it's head, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Cliff Childs, storybook illustration

    As Lily touched the glowing trunk, the tree spoke. 'Lily, I am the Thankful Tree. I can grant you any wish, but in return, you must promise to always remember to be thankful.'

    a little girl standing in front of a tree with a light shining on it's head and a star above her head, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Alice Prin, storybook illustration

    Lily was surprised but excited. She wished for a day full of fun and games. The tree granted her wish, and she had the most wonderful day.

    a girl in a blue dress standing in front of a tree and a house with a porch and stairs, american scene painting, a storybook illustration, Elinor Proby Adams, storybook illustration

    However, amidst all the fun, she forgot to thank the tree. The next day, she found that her wish for another fun-filled day was not granted.

    a girl standing in a room with a tree in the corner and a couch in the corner behind her, american scene painting, a storybook illustration, Chris LaBrooy, storybook illustration

    She went back to the tree, confused. The tree reminded her of her promise. 'Remember, Lily, being thankful is important.'

    a painting of a little girl in a blue dress standing in a forest with flowers in her hair and a sunbeam in the background, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Charlie Bowater, rossdraws global illumination

    Lily realized her mistake. She thanked the tree for the wonderful day she had and promised to always remember to be thankful.

    a girl in a blue dress standing in front of a tree with a bird nest in it's trunk, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Dan Mumford, storybook illustration

    From then on, Lily always remembered to express her gratitude. She thanked the tree every day for its kindness and the village for its beauty.

    a girl in a blue dress standing in a garden with flowers and a house in the background with a bird flying overhead, photorealism, a storybook illustration, Alice Prin, storybook illustration

    She thanked her parents for their love, her friends for their companionship, and even the birds for their cheerful songs.

    a cartoon of a girl in a blue dress standing in front of a group of children in a village, private press, a storybook illustration, Ada Gladys Killins, official art

    Her gratitude spread happiness throughout the village. The villagers learned from Lily and started expressing their gratitude more often.

    a painting of a little girl standing in front of a tree with a house in the background and a bird flying overhead, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Aaron Jasinski, rossdraws global illumination

    The Thankful Tree was happy. It glowed brighter than ever, spreading warmth and happiness throughout the village.

    a girl standing in front of a tree in a forest with a house in the background and a bird flying overhead, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Cliff Childs, storybook illustration

    And so, Lily learned the value of gratitude. She realized that being thankful not only made her happy but also spread joy and positivity around her.

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