
The Worm and the Bird
By jbbymanalo

20 Jul, 2024

In the heart of this vibrant garden lived a curious little worm. He led a simple life, burrowing through the soil and occasionally peeping out to admire the world above.

One day, while the worm was peeking out from his burrow, he saw a daring bird soaring high above. The worm was fascinated by the bird's freedom to explore the world beyond the ground.

The worm lived in a world completely different from the bird's. It was a world underground, dark and damp. Yet, he yearned to experience the bird's world, the world above.

One day, the bird swooped down to the ground, close to the worm's burrow. Seeing an opportunity, the worm gathered his courage and approached the bird, expressing his desire to see the sky.

The bird, surprised at first, agreed to help the worm. She planned to carry him on her back and show him her world. The worm was delighted and eagerly awaited the adventure.

The next day, the bird gently picked up the worm and they took off into the sky. The worm marveled at the endless expanse of blue, the fluffy clouds, and the warmth of the sun.

From the sky, the garden looked like a patchwork quilt, with different shades of green, brown, and bursts of color from the flowers. The worm was awestruck by the sight.

The bird flew around, showing the worm her favorite spots. The worm realized how different and vast the world was from his underground burrow.

The bird even showed the worm her nest, high up in a tree. It was cozy, lined with soft feathers, a perfect home for the bird.

After the tour, the bird gently brought the worm back to the ground. The worm thanked the bird for the unforgettable journey and the bird promised to visit him underground someday.

Back in his burrow, the worm couldn't stop talking about his adventure. He shared his stories with his fellow worms, inspiring them with his tales of the world above.

The bird and the worm remained the best of friends, visiting each other often, and forever bridging the gap between their worlds.