
"Fateful Frogs"
By Lua Zerola

20 Aug, 2023

"Once upon a time, three happy frogs lived in a cozy lily pad town. They were famous for their strong friendship and contagious giggles. Every day, they hopped around, catching flies, and most importantly, enjoying each other's company."

"Bobo, the green frog, was the most lively and colorful of them all. His laugh was so catchy that it could turn a sad lily pad happy in a flash."

"But Lulu was quite different. She was as lively as a frog could get, always ready for fun and adventure. Even though she was the tiniest, she could leap the highest and her daring spirit was known by all."

"Zuzu, on the other hand, was the biggest frog, but he had a calm and quiet nature. He balanced out Bobo's liveliness and Lulu's wildness. Zuzu valued stillness and often spoke with his eyes."

"The three friends shared a special bond that they treasured more than anything. Their togetherness was their power, and it's what made them stand out in their vibrant water world."

"But one afternoon, Bobo and Lulu noticed something strange. Zuzu wasn't his usual active self. He sat quietly on his favorite lily pad, not joining in their games."

"Zuzu, are you alright?" Bobo asked, concerned about his friend's quietness. Zuzu managed a faint smile and shrugged his shoulders in response."

"Lulu attempted to brighten his spirits. She hopped around him, did some playful flips, but Zuzu remained lost in his thoughts. It was as if he was in another world, untouched by their antics."

"For many days, Zuzu stayed quiet. Then, one day, he told his friends something important. He said he was losing his ability to hear. He was becoming deaf."

"Bobo and Lulu felt very sad. They couldn't believe it. The idea of their friend not being able to hear their laughter and playful talks made them really unhappy."

Zuzu, although upset, consoled his friends. He reassured them that everything would be okay. He was ready to face this challenge, but he needed their support.

Bobo and Lulu decided to help Zuzu in every way possible. They wanted Zuzu to know that he was not alone in this. They were going to face this together.

Days turned into weeks, weeks turned into months, and slowly, Zuzu was losing his hearing. But he was not alone. Bobo and Lulu stayed by his side, supporting him.

The trio had to adapt to a new way of communicating. They developed their unique sign language, and it brought them even closer.

"Lulu's adventurous ideas brought new ways for Zuzu to communicate. She worked hard to make signs that would help him understand. She was determined to keep her friend's happy spirit alive, even though he couldn't hear."

"Bobo, with his big laughs, made them all feel happy. He laughed extra for Zuzu, showing that being happy didn't need sound."

"Zuzu was still calm, even though he couldn't hear. He showed that being brave and sticking together with friends was really important."

"All the frogs around were amazed. The three friends became like a team, showing everyone how to be strong together. People looked up to them."

"As time went by, Zuzu couldn't hear anymore. But he didn't lose his joyful spirit. He kept on living, hopping around with his friends, just like always."

"Bobo and Lulu became Zuzu's ears. They were always by his side, making sure he felt included and never lonely. Their friendship was challenged, but it only became stronger."

"Zuzu's bravery showed everyone how to be strong. They saw that being friends meant helping each other, especially when things were difficult."

"The story of the three frogs spread to other ponds. Animals from far and wide came to see the friends who stuck together, showing that friendship could overcome anything."

"Bobo, Lulu, and Zuzu became the heroes of their pond. They were the best friends, showing everyone how to stick together and be kind."

"Even though Zuzu couldn't hear, the three frogs stayed just as happy as before. Their strong friendship and togetherness showed that even with challenges, friends could be really strong and happy together."

Years later, the story of the three frogs was still remembered. It continued to inspire and remind everyone that friends were the family we chose and true friendship was the most beautiful song one could hear.