"The Fast Rabbit and the Slow Turtle"
One day, there was a race in a vast forest between a fast rabbit and a slow turtle.
The rabbit had always been in a hurry, constantly ahead and winning every race.
However, this race seemed to be different.
The rabbit decided to boast about his running prowess.
He said to the turtle, "Look at me! I am the fastest animal in the entire forest.
You have no hope of beating me in this race!"
But the turtle remained unaffected by the rabbit's words. Instead, he smiled and said, "Indeed, you are the fast rabbit, and I have no ambition to defeat you in your running. However, I have an idea."
The turtle whispered his plan to the rabbit, and when the news spread, all the animals in the forest gathered for a big race.
Everyone was eager to participate, thinking that the fast rabbit was sure to win.
The race began, and the rabbit quickly leaped forward.
The other animals followed, including the turtle. In the early part of the race, the rabbit could confidently say that his victory was assured.
But as the rabbit ran fast, he noticed that the turtle did not give up.
Instead of running, the turtle quietly walked, resting with every step.
As minutes passed by, the rabbit gradually realized that the turtle was getting closer.
The rabbit grew surprised and worried, running even faster.
However, while he grew tired and exhausted, the turtle continued steadily, never losing strength.
In the end, the turtle caught up with the rabbit and surpassed him in the final part of the race.
At the finish line, it was the turtle who crossed first.
All the animals were shocked and applauded.
They never expected the slow turtle to triumph over the fast rabbit.
Through his strategy, perseverance, and unwavering focus, the turtle achieved his dream of winning.
Lesson learn:
The story of the rabbit and the turtle teaches us an important lesson. Success is not always dependent on speed or intelligence alone. Instead, patience, strategic approach, and not succumbing to distractions are crucial factors in achieving our goals.
In the end, the rabbit learned a valuable lesson and became a better animal. And the turtle, although slow in movement, continued to thrive in a life full of success and inspiration for others.
BINABASA MO ANG
"My Fables" (Completed)
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