Once upon a time, in a desert far away, there was a rose who was quite proud of her wonderful appearance. Her only issue was that she was growing next to an unattractive cactus.


Every day, the gorgeous rose insulted and mocked the cactus for his appearance, while the cactus remained silent. All the other plants nearby attempted to persuade the rose to see reason, but she was too seduced by her own appearance.



One sweltering summer, the desert grew dry, leaving no water for the vegetation. The rose rapidly started to wilt. Her gorgeous petals dried up and lost their vibrant color.


Looking at the cactus, she noticed a sparrow drop his beak into it to take some water. Though humiliated, the rose requested the cactus for some water. The compassionate cactus quickly agreed, helping them to get through the difficult summer as friends.


The Moral

Never judge someone based on their appearance.