Today’s blog:  Fairy Tales

“A dream is a wish your heart makes.” -Charles Perrault, Cinderella

Cinderella is a classic.  And, nothing inspires  more than the classic fairy tale.  Yes, fairy tales remind us, whether young or old, to believe in our dreams.

”Remember, you’re the one who can fill the world with sunshine”- Snow White

A fairy tale is a fictional story written for children where marvelous and enchanting things happen.  Even though fairy tales introduce the reader to imaginary characters who live in imaginary lands, they teach us important life lessons.  For example, Snow White reminds us to be happy because we can make the world a better place.

“Don’t ever wish to be anything but what you are”-Thumbelina

Fairy tales teach us to value who we are and to feel good about ourselves.

“Imperfections we all have, but we also have compensations.” -Hans Christian Andersen, “The Teapot”

We discover that its okay if we aren’t perfect.

“He now felt glad at having suffered sorrow and trouble, because it enabled him to enjoy so much better all the pleasure and happiness around him.” -Hans Christian Andersen, “The Ugly Duckling”

Fairy tales help remind us to appreciate the good things in our lives.

“To live will be an awfully big adventure.” -J.M. Barrie, Peter Pan

And, finally, fairy tales teach us to live our lives to the fullest.  Yes, life is meant for adventure!

Do you have a favorite fairy tale?

Share in the comments below!

Meanwhile, know your story matters.

Sunshine and rainbows!

S. Whitten

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