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It is a magnificent centerpiece to
the world, a beacon to all that lives. Some call it a god and worship it.
Others see it as a symbol of life, a constant reminder that the world itself
lives and breathes. However, most people are simply thankful it exists, just as
much as they are thankful for the air in their lungs. Call it whatever you
wish: the World Tree, the Grand Oak or the Wood of Heaven. It is a part of all
lives in this world and will continue to be for generations to come.
What actually matters is how you let
it influence your life. Will you live within its wood? Harvest its resources?
Attempt to scale it for sport or science? Or will you just leave it as a simple
background to your daily life? The choice is yours and yours alone.
I have been asked often by
inquisitive young minds where it came from and how long it has lived. I always
tell them the same thing, it depends on who you ask. Some say it was planted by
a god, while others believe it is a god. Most contend it simply sprouted on its
own and never stopped growing. As far as how long it has existed, most agree it
is nearly as old as the planet itself.
Perhaps we may never know, or perhaps
we'll learn tomorrow. If the answers are what you seek, you'll have to find
them on your own. The tree isn't much for conversation, even with its
worshippers. There is, however, another way you might learn, but it is not
preferable and will take some time.
When your time has come and your
spirit leaves this world many say you will join with the tree. Both metaphorically
and literally. For you see the most popular graveyards in all the land are at
the base of the tree or even inside of it. Even if you do not believe your
spirit will join the tree, it is likely your physical body will. Mainly as
nutrients for the tree's further growth. However, if your spirit does join the
tree, then maybe you will learn of its origins, maybe.
All I ask of you dear listener is to
be thankful for the tree. It is the lifeblood of our world, without it we could
not exist. So please remember whenever you see the shape of the tree as it
consumes the horizon. Remember to be thankful, it all you must do.
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I'll keep this short, I just wanted a story for today that would be somewhat thematically linked to giving thanks and this story came from that. Also, I'm a lover of worldbuilding and this was a fun mental exercise.Until next time, Read, Comment and Enjoy. Also, Happy Thanksgiving!
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