The Singing Trees

    By Carlos Eduardo Ribeiro

    The Singing Trees cover image

    24 Oct, 2023

    Joana wasn't the usual young girl you'd encounter. She lived in a world of silence, yet she embraced it as an invitation. Instead of viewing her deafness as a limitation, she considered it a doorway to something extraordinary. Her inability to hear sharpened her other senses, endowing her with a distinct outlook on the world.

    She had a deep connection with nature, often spending hours observing the smallest details in her surroundings. One day, while exploring, she came across a forest unlike any she had ever seen.

    The trees in this forest were extraordinary. They seemed to hum a rhythmic song when the wind blew, and their branches swayed in a way that looked like communication. Intrigued, Joana decided to spend more time in this magical forest.

    Over time, Joana learned to understand the language of the trees. Their branches moved in patterns, each swaying motion carrying a different meaning. They welcomed her into their community, and Joana felt like she belonged.

    Joana spent her days with the singing trees, learning about their ancient secrets and the wisdom they held. The trees told her stories of the forest, its history, and its future.

    One day, the trees warned Joana of an impending danger. A group of men planned to cut down the forest for timber. Joana was devastated, but she knew she had to do something.

    Joana thought long and hard about how to stop them. She decided to rally the community, explaining the importance of the forest and the unique trees it housed. The community was skeptical but agreed to help.

    The day arrived when the men came to cut down the trees. The community stood alongside Joana, forming a human barrier around the forest. The men, surprised by the resistance, decided to leave.

    The trees, grateful for Joana's help, shared a secret with her. They revealed a hidden part of the forest, a place where the oldest tree stood. This tree held the power to heal the world around them.

    Joana approached the oldest tree, feeling a sense of awe. The tree gently swayed its branches, and Joana understood that it was offering its healing power. She felt a surge of energy as the tree shared its ancient wisdom.

    From that day on, Joana used the knowledge she had gained from the oldest tree to help her community. The forest prospered, and so did the people. The singing trees continued to share their music with Joana, and she continued to protect them.

    Joana's story spread far and wide, inspiring others to protect their own forests and listen to the wisdom of nature. She taught everyone that communication goes beyond words and that the most extraordinary connections can be found in the most unexpected places.

    In the end, Joana's journey was not just about saving a forest; it was about understanding, acceptance, and empathy. She found a family in the singing trees, and through her actions, she showed the world that everyone and everything has a voice that deserves to be heard.