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A Peach and an Apple are fighting. They do not know who looks better. The Peach says, "Look at my soft, pink skin." The Apple says, "Look at my bright, hard skin."
A Berry Vine is nearby. It hears them. The Berry Vine does not like the noise. It is not as pretty as the Peach or the Apple, but it likes its quiet life.
The Berry Vine says, "Stop! Your noise is too loud. Being different is good. You do not need to fight."
The Peach and the Apple stop talking. They feel sorry. They think about what the Berry Vine says.
Once upon a time, in a beautiful garden, there lived a Peach and an Apple. They were both very pretty, but they couldn't agree on who was the most beautiful. The Peach liked to talk about its soft, fuzzy skin that was pink and orange. The Apple, on the other hand, was proud of its shiny, smooth skin that was red and green.
Not too far away, a Berry Vine was quietly growing. It wasn't as bright or big as the Peach or the Apple, but it was happy just being itself. The Berry Vine heard the Peach and the Apple arguing all the time, and it wished they would stop because it liked the garden to be peaceful.
One day, the Berry Vine had enough. It shouted, "Stop! Your arguing is ruining the calm of this garden. Why can't you see that being different is what makes each of you special? There's no need to argue about who is more beautiful."
Hearing this, the Peach and the Apple stopped talking. They felt a bit embarrassed for having argued so much. They thought about what the Berry Vine said and realized it was right.
In a vibrant garden, a heated argument broke out between a Peach and an Apple. They couldn't agree on which one was more beautiful. The Peach proudly talked about its soft, velvety skin and warm blush, while the Apple boasted about its shiny, crisp appearance.
Nearby, a Berry vine was quietly growing, listening to the argument. It didn't have the striking looks of the Peach or the Apple, but it found joy in its simple, peaceful life.
Finally, fed up with the noise, the Berry Vine spoke up. "Stop!" it said. "Your arguing is disturbing the peace of our lovely garden. Why not appreciate the special beauty that each of you has? Comparing yourselves is pointless."
Surprised by the Berry Vine's words, the Peach and the Apple stopped their argument. They felt a bit embarrassed and thought about what the vine had said. They realized it was wise to embrace and value their unique qualities.
Once upon a time, in a garden not-so-far away, a Peach and an Apple were having a major disagreement. It was not a disagreement about the weather or whose turn it was to do the dishes. No, no, they were arguing about who was the most beautiful!
"I'm the fairest fruit of them all!" the Peach declared, striking a pose with its velvety blush skin. "I mean, just look at me! I'm practically blushing with beauty!"
"Oh, please!" the Apple replied, showing off its shiny, crisp look. "If beauty was a concert, you'd be playing in the garage. I, on the other hand, would be headlining at the FruitBowl Arena!"
Not too far off, a quiet Berry vine was growing, and it had overheard the bickering. If the Berry vine had eyebrows, it would have raised them at least a dozen times by now.
"You two sound like a couple of cats fighting over the last sardine in the tin!" the Berry vine grumbled to itself.
After what felt like forever, the Berry vine couldn't take it anymore. "Enough!" it cried out, sounding like a parent who had just stepped on a Lego. "Your constant arguing is disturbing the peace of this lovely garden! Can't you see the beauty in being unique and different? It's like comparing apples and... well, peaches! There's no need to compare."
The Peach and the Apple fell silent, appearing slightly embarrassed, like two kids caught with their hands in the cookie jar.
"Oh, I guess we didn't think about it that way," the Peach mumbled, looking at its blush skin with a newfound appreciation.
"Yeah, you're right," the Apple added, admiring its shiny look without comparing it to anyone else.
They pondered upon the wisdom conveyed by the humble vine, realizing that beauty isn't a competition. It's like cake; there's enough for everyone to enjoy in their own way.
And from that day on, they never argued about beauty again. Instead, they became the best of fruity friends, supporting and appreciating each other's unique qualities.
And the Berry vine? Well, it went back to enjoying the peace of its modest existence, knowing that it had done something berry, berry good. And they all lived happily, uniquely ever after.
Beneath the sun's golden kiss,
Peach and Apple, in a twist.
“Who's the fairest?” both would say,
Each believing they'd win the day.
Peach said, “Look at my rosy hue!”
Apple replied, “I shine bright too!”
Back and forth, their voices grew,
As they argued, each trying to outdo.
Nearby, Berry vine listened in,
Its patience growing very thin.
Not as bold, not in the limelight,
Yet it loved its quiet, starry night.
Berry vine with a sigh did speak,
“Must you argue every week?
Why not see, both near and far,
How special and unique you are?”
Peach and Apple, their voices grew soft,
For Berry vine's words lifted them aloft.
In the garden’s hush and gentle breeze,
All fruits, under the same sky, find peace.
When people argue or disagree strongly.
How something or someone appears to others.
Something that is more good or nice.
Close to or not far away.
When you listen to sounds or noises.
Loud or unpleasant sound.
When there is little or no sound.
The time when a person or thing is alive.
Not the same as something else.
To end or not continue something.
Very pretty or nice to see.
A place with many plants growing.
To have the same opinion about something.
Soft and slightly hairy to touch.
Without roughness or bumps, very even.
Feeling happy about something you did well.
Making little or no noise.
Talking angrily with someone because you disagree.
Calm and without noise or disturbance.
Feeling shy or ashamed about something.
Full of energy and color.
A heated disagreement between people.
Soft and smooth like velvet fabric.
A warm red or pink color.
Talked proudly about achievements or qualities.
Firm, fresh, and making a crunch sound.
Attracting attention due to beauty or impressiveness.
Interrupting or causing anxiety.
Understand the worth or value of something.
Characteristics or features of something.
When people don't agree or think the same way.
Soft like velvet fabric.
To become pink in the face, usually from embarrassment.
Firm, fresh, and making a sharp sound when broken or bitten.
Arguing about small, unimportant things.
Complained in a low, unhappy voice.
Bothering or upsetting someone.
Feeling ashamed or shy.
Thought carefully about something.
Not too proud or bragging about oneself; simple.
Under something.
Bright, shiny, and yellow, like gold.
A situation or an item that is entangled or twisted around.
Most beautiful.
Having a pink or reddish color.
To be better or do better than someone else.
The ability to wait for a long time without getting upset.
Getting a lot of attention or fame.
Up in the air or to a higher position.
A quiet or silent moment.
Who are fighting?
What color is the Peach's skin?
What does the Berry vine hear?
Why does the Berry Vine say "Stop!"?
How do the Peach and Apple feel at the end?
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