Always smiling, her positive attitude was praised by all. She was a little naughty, as are most children of her age. Yet, Lucy had great respect for nature and all its creatures.
One day in school, during the morning assembly, the headmaster spoke about the importance of dreaming 'big' while preparing for a dream career.
"know your skills and capabilities. Explore what interests you. Follow your dreams. Don't compare yourself with others," said the Headmaster.
"A high percentage alone does not make you an achiever. You must be able to apply your knowledge, thoughts, and dreams to everyday life. Only then can learning can be fruitful," said the Headmaster.
He concluded, "Make your dreams come true. It'll bring joy not only to your life but to people around you too!"
Lucy raised her had, "Sit, I have many dreams. Can I make all of them come true?"
"Tell us one of your dreams, Lucy," said the Headmaster.
Lucy thought for a minute. "I often see myself as an angel living in paradise?" she exclaimed.
"Does anyone else have a similar dream?" asked the Headmaster.
Few hands raised.
The Headmaster smiled, "How many of you think that you can fulfill this dream in a few months?"
There was pin-drop silence. the children looked confused. Some stared at Lucy as if holding her responsible for the awkward question.
She was silent for a moment. She then said bravely, "Sir, I will try to make this dream true."
"Clap, for this little girl," said the Headmaster. "We will all wait to see her effort."
After the assembly, the children rushed to their classrooms. Some of them made fun of the situation Lucy got herself into.
Now, while Lucy accepted the challenge, she was not sure how to go about fulfilling it. She returned home with many questions on her mind.
As usual, she had a glass of milk with an evening snack. But, instead of going out to play, she sat beside her mother.
Mother gave her a kiss on her cheek. "What happened, my little angel?" asked mother.
Lucy told her mother all that happened at the assembly. "You're brave to accept the challenge," said mother.
"But, mom, how do I make my dream come true?" asked Lucy.
"Close your eyes, and imagine that you are an angel," said Mother. Lucy closed her eyes and recollected the scene of her favorite dream.
"Now, draw or write all that you see, in this paper," said mother.
Mother handed Lucy a pencil and a chart paper.
Within minutes, Lucy drew a beautiful picture. She showed it to mother.
"Wow! This is wonderful!" exclaimed mother.
Lucy had drawn a garden in the picture. It was filled with different plants, tree, flowers, butterflies, dragonflies, birds, rabbits, ducks, and doves.
In the evening, Lucy's father returned. from office. He heard about her day at school.
"You're on the right track," said father. "First, you had a dream. Then, you drew its elements onto a piece of paper. Now, In order to fulfill your dream, you will have to plan and execute it."
Father pointed to the picture, "We must turn this into reality."
Puzzled, Lucy waited for her father to explain further.
"You may be wondering how," smiled father.
"Well, we will first grow plants. Once, they have grown, birds and butterflies will automatically come," said father.
"What about the ducks, rabbits, doves and the angel with wings?" said Lucy.
Lucy's parents laughed together at her question.
Lucy with the help of her parents chose an area near their house for the 'Dream Project.' Her mother helped her get sweet smelling flowers like rose, hibiscus, jasmines, bougainvillea, geraniums, for her garden. Her father bought her some marigold seeds.
Lucy started work on her new projects, which she kept a secret. Her parents taught her how to take care of her garden.
After school, she would rush home to spend time with her plants. She stayed till sunset, watering and taking care of them. Slowly the plants grew and started blooming.
In a few months, her garden blossomed. It was full of beautiful, fragrant flowers, Soon, butterflies, dragonflies and birds began visited her garden. As promised, father bought a few ducks, rabbits and doves for Lucy, Mother stitched a gown, out of a user while frock,
She also made tow little wings to complete the angel look.
After a few days, Lucy informed the Headmaster, that she was ready to share her dream with all of them.
Next day, Lucy's schoolmates and teachers came to her house. they were surprised with what they saw.
The garden looked like paradise. Bright and colorful butterflies fluttered around flowers.
Sparrows and other birds, played inside the thick hibiscus and bougainvillea plants, while dragonflies buzzed around.
From the banyan tree, nearby, they could hear parrots sing. Ducks waddled along. Rabbits and doves added to the beauty of the garden. A few squirrels ran around.
In the midst of this, all stood Lucy with her sparkling white dress, little wings and pretty smile made her indeed look like a beautiful angel!
"Dear children, this is how you make your dreams come true," said the Headmaster admiringly.
"Lucy's dream to become an angel is fulfilled. At the same time, her dreams have also created a world where other creatures could live in peace and harmony,: continued the Headmaster.
Everyone clapped for Lucy.
She hugged her parents. "Dreams really do come true!" thought Lucy, Happily.
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