The Old Oak Tree

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This good night story connects the life of the forest with the lives of us humans. The old oak, serving as protection and a place to rest for the forest creatures, becomes a cozy home for forest animals. This friendly atmosphere and the feeling of security and safety will be passed on to the children as well through the bedtime story.

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Once upon a time, a truly old oak grew in a dark, dense forest. No one knows exactly how long it has been there, but it has outlived many generations. It remembers a lot. The old oak often recalls what has happened around it during such a long time.

It has a massive crown, which creates a perfect shelter from the rain that falls on its large leaves. Its branches resemble wide-open arms, which lovingly hold some of the small creatures of the forest.

The bushy crown of the oak welcomed a family of doves to settle in recently. They've created a friendly atmosphere with their beautiful singing and live together in harmony with the old oak. They just want to let everyone around know that the old oak is a safe haven, full of peace and quiet.

It is an oasis for the baby doves, a place where they can comfortably stay in their soft nest and close their eyes for a moment to re-energize. They'll certainly have sweet dreams about how one day they'll finally spread their wings and rise to the skies with their parents.

They dream of flying high above the clouds and setting out on an adventurous journey where the land ends and the sea begins. Where the waves slowly crash against the cliffs.

There are also two young bear cubs wandering around the oak's trunk. Their mother has lost sight of them for the moment. The oak just silently watches those clumsy bear cubs as they enjoy eating fresh raspberries without a care.

The delicate berry scent slowly rises among the leaves, and even the old oak seems to want to take a deep breath. Its leaves make a gentle rustle and the mighty tree closes its eyes with a happy…

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