Once there was a little tree
planted beside an old apple tree.
It was growing beautifully,
and they both knew she would
soon be cut down when the holidays arrive.
One day the old tree said:
“Are you scared and angry that
they will soon cut you to serve as their Christmas tree?”
The little tree answered:
“But that is what I am here for. We were both planted for a purpose.
You to give fruits and shade, and me to give joy on Christmas.
We are both here to make others happy.
I may die afterwards, but I would have served my purpose.
Isn’t that what matters?”