The moon and the thief

There once lived a wise woman by the name of Mei-Ling in a peaceful village that was located up alongside a river. She was well-known in the neighborhood for her kind personality and incredible ability to find happiness in the most simple things.Mei-Ling took great care to maintain the greenery gardens that covered her tiny bungalow.She was always willing to share her knowledge, and people frequently came to ask for her advice.

One evening, as the sun spread orange and purple hues over the sky, a young guy sneaked into Mei-Ling's Garden.He tiptoed around the garden, thinking she must have great treasures because he had heard rumors of her wisdom. Searching for for something valuable, but to his surprise, all he discovered was the peaceful melodies of the river and the beauty of nature. Mei-Ling detecting the intruder's presence, approached him quietly.

The young man thought he had been caught in the act and was shocked to see her.However, Mei-Ling only smiled and replied, "Hello, my friend. It seems like you've come looking for something precious. Unfortunately, I don't have any material riches to offer. However, I do have something else that might be of value to you." The thief was fascinated but puzzled, so he carefully questioned, "What do you mean?" with caution.

Mei-Ling's eyes moved up into the sky, where she could see the rising moon casting a gentle glow around the globe.She answered, "I cannot give you worldly possessions, but I can give you the gift of wonder,the beauty of this starry night."The young man turned toward Mei Ling, moved by her words, but confused. "How can you give me the moon?" he asked. Mei-Ling chuckled as though they were sharing a secret.

"Close your eyes." The thief followed her instructions to breathe deeply and let go of his thoughts. As he closed his eyes, a wave of peace filled him. When he opened them again, he saw the moon in a way that had never before appeared to him, as if it were an immense treasure, a gift from the universe. A shimmering path that led to the horizon was created by silver rays dancing on the surface of the river.

The young man's eyes began to flood up with tears."Thank You", he whispered.His voice filled with gratitude."You're welcome." Mei-Ling smiled kindly in response.Remember this moment,the beauty of the moon.the peace that flows through your heart.Carry this with you and perhaps you'll find that life's true treasures are not what we can take but what we can give and appreciate.

The thief left my Ling's Garden that night not with stolen goods but with a heart full of wonder and a newfound understanding of the beauty that surrounds us every day. From then on he chose a different path seeking not to take from others, but to find the richness within himself and the world around him.

You see, in your life, selflessness, inner serenity, and the understanding that the most priceless gifts are found in the relationships we have rather than in things that may be taken or purchased. You get more when you give more. Appreciate the beauty around you and show kindness to others.