Three Little Workers by Levi Levin

A story about three men who all seek the same thing and yet have different results. Levi Levin

Three Little Workers by Levi Levin

 

Once upon a time lived three men named Lax, Diligent, and Ingenuity who each had farms and desired to grow and sell apples. So each man went to the local nursery to buy their trees.

Lax went to the nursery and asked for 10 trees. The nurseryman asked him what kind of apple trees he wanted and he said, “Awe it don’t matter, anything you got that’s a cheap price will be fine.” To which the nurseryman replied, “We do happen to have some on sale here sir.”  So Lax bought his 10 trees.

Diligent went to the nursery to get his trees and began to walk around. He looked over different varieties and read the information labels thoroughly. After his search he finally selected 10 trees and then asked the nurseryman the best ways to care for them. The nurseryman explained it to him and he went on his way.

Ingenuity went to the nursery and brought with him a list of certain trees in which he had previously researched. So he selected his trees and along with his 10 trees he also purchased 2 books about growing fruit trees. The nurseryman smiled and said, “Sir you must be a smart man regarding growing trees?” Ingenuity stated, “No, I am not at the moment, but I intend to be before the week ends.” So he loaded his trees and left.

All three men planted their trees the same day. All three watered and cared for the trees the same during the first month after planting. But after the first month, Lax neglected the weekly care of his ten trees. One by one his trees began to wither and die. By years end he only had two trees that lived. “Well I guess the apple tree business just isn’t for me,” remarked Lax and he gave up on his desire to grow apples.

Diligent continued the weekly care of his apple trees. He did everything the nurseryman told him to do and it worked for him. After 5 years, Diligent was getting many bushels of apples for years and years to come.

Ingenuity had also taken excellent care of his apples and he had dedicated extra time to reading about various methods of growing apple trees and the propagation thereof. However, after 5 years Ingenuity didn’t have 10 trees. He now had over 100 trees from learning how to take cuttings and propagate them with root-stock. He had people from all around coming to him for his apples. After 10 years of growing apple trees, Ingenuity possessed over 1000 trees and had to hire laborers to help care for all of his apple tree success.

 

Author's Note

This is a children's book, but the principles can be applied in most anything. Levi Levin

Reviews

[Workvio]

There's nothing like a tale that also contains a moral ... It would be pleasant to see you post more stories, perhaps as a member of Storyteller's Tavern ...

[Levi Levin]

Thanks Marvin, I appreciate it. Must I be 21 to enter the tavern? 😁

[Mary]

I like this. like one of Aesop's fables. Well done- i think it would make a great picture book!

[Levi Levin]

Thanks Mary. I'm glad my fable was favored by you.

[Jennie Baron]

Enjoyable fable. I agree with Andrea, thanks for sharing.

[Levi Levin]

Thanks again Jennie, I appreciate you stopping by.

[Andrea Carter]

Very good lesson to be learned. Great job. Thanks for sharing.

[Levi Levin]

Your welcome!--Levi

[Mary]

wonderful story. And very timely as well- I am stuck at a personal crossroad I think it's time to buy a book or two.

[Levi Levin]

Thanks for stopping by. Glad you could sit a spell :)

[Priscilla Sayers]

Such an important lesson told with ease by one who has a very fine knack for teaching. Bravo dear friend! I love it!

[Levi Levin]

Thanks again! I feel honored for you to read my writings!

[Priscilla Sayers]

I love them! Silly man! I am going to be reading more today.:)

[Lina Grey]

The ability to write complicated ideals simply is incredible, and hard to master. excellent write, Mr. Cox. Clear cut and cheery, yet thoughtful and provactive. The world needs more writers like you.

[Levi Levin]

Thank you Ms. Grey. I have a special love to help children and adults in this journey of life. I believe there is power in words. Words can be used as fuel to produce strength, weakness, and many things. Thank you so much for your encouraging words, it means so much to me:)

[Lina Grey]

Your welcome :) I believe there is power in words as well. Those who are gifted in the ways of words should use it wisely, as you do. Words are one of the strongest weapons on earth.

[AYVID N]

This a short simple masterpiece. I have no higher words of praise.

[Levi Levin]

Thanks so much! It just came to my mind last night and I wrote what came to me.

[AYVID N]

Then I must tell you it was a brilliant moment. Your thought process is higher. Please never get sullied by common trash writing.

[Levi Levin]

Thanks so much! Your words are so encouraging and positive! Your writing is great!

[AYVID N]

thanks and welcome! How's the blog coming along?

[Levi Levin]

Sorry I have been away. I had deleted my email and forgot my password to here. Just recovered it today! It's been a year or so on this profile.

[Jack...]

This will definitely plant a seed in many a mind.

[Levi Levin]

Hahahaha....Jack this is too funny--I just sent you a message asking you about this story....we was thinking the same! Thanks again.