Short Stories 2

Mouthology A Professor was traveling by boat. On his way he asked the sailor: “Do you know Biology, Ecology, Zoology, Geography, Physiology?” The Sailor said no to all his questions. Professor: What the hell do you know on earth? You will die of illiteracy. After a while the boat started sinking. The Sailor asked the Professor, “Do you know swiminology and escapology from sharkology? The Professor said no. Sailor: “Well, sharkology and crocodilogy will eat your assology, headology and you will dieology because of your mouthology.

Mouthology Vocabulary Words and Meanings The story uses humorous made-up words to highlight the professor's arrogance and the sailor's quick wit. Here's a breakdown of the words and their intended meanings: 01. Mouthology: This word is meant to be a play on the word "mouth," emphasizing the professor's tendency to talk down to others and his lack of practical knowledge. 02. Swiminology: This word playfully combines "swimming" and "ology," implying knowledge of swimming techniques and survival in water. 03. Escapology from sharkology: This phrase combines "escape" and "shark" to suggest the ability to evade dangerous sharks. 04. Sharkology: A made-up word combining "shark" and "ology," implying knowledge about sharks, their behavior, and how to avoid them. 05. Crocodilogy: This word combines "crocodile" and "ology," suggesting knowledge about crocodiles, their behavior, and how to avoid them. 06. Assology: This word is a humorous play on the word "ass," highlighting the potential consequences of not knowing how to swim and survive in the water. 07. Headology: This word is a humorous play on the word "head," emphasizing the possibility of the professor's head being eaten by a shark or crocodile. 08. Dieology: This word combines "die" and "ology," suggesting knowledge about dying, which in this case, is meant to be a sarcastic reference to the professor's potential demise. The story uses these made-up words to highlight the importance of practical skills and knowledge over academic knowledge. The sailor, despite lacking formal education, has the skills to survive a dangerous situation, while the professor, with all his academic knowledge, is helpless.

Motorcycle A girl and a guy were speeding over 100mph on a motorcycle. Girl: Slow down, I’m scared. Guy: No, this is fun. Girl: No it’s not, please, it’s so scary. Guy: Then tell me you love me. Girl: I love you, slow down. Guy: Now give me a big hug. The girl gave him a big hug. Guy: Can you take my helmet off and put it on yourself, it’s really bothering me. The next day in the newspaper, a motorcycle crashed into a building due to brake failure. Two people were in the crash, but only one survived. The truth was that halfway down the road, the guy realized that the brakes weren’t working but he didn’t want the girl to know. Instead, he had her hug him and tell him she loves him one last time. Then he had her put his helmet on so that she would live, even if it meant that he would die.

Vocabulary Words and Meanings The story "Motorcycle" presents a poignant and selfless act of sacrifice. Here are the vocabulary words and their meanings within the context of the story: 01. Motorcycle: A two-wheeled vehicle powered by an engine, often associated with speed and adventure. 02. Speeding: Driving above the legal speed limit or at a high rate of speed. 03. Scared: Feeling fear or apprehension. 04. Love: Deep affection or care for someone. 05. Hug: Embracing someone tightly with arms. 06. Helmet: Protective headgear worn for safety, especially when riding a motorcycle. 07. Brake failure: The malfunction or inability of the brakes to stop a vehicle. 08. Crash: A sudden and violent collision. 09. Survived: To continue to live or exist after an event where others may not have. 10. Realized: To become aware or understand something. 11. Selfless: Putting the needs or safety of others before oneself. 12. Sacrifice: Giving up something valuable or important for the benefit of others. The story "Motorcycle" illustrates the power of love and selflessness, showcasing how the guy prioritized the girl's safety and well-being over his own life. It emphasizes the profound impact of sacrifices made out of love and the willingness to protect those we care about, even at great personal cost.

Real Solutions To Problems 01. A group of employees was working in a software company. It was a team of 30 employees. This was a young, energetic and dynamic team with keen enthusiasm and desire to learn and grow. The management decided to teach the employees about finding real solutions to the problems. 02. The team was called to play a game in a banquet hall. The group was quite surprised as they were called for playing game. All reached the venue holding various thoughts. As they entered the hall, they found the hall decorated beautifully with colourful decorative papers and balloons all over the place. It was more like a kid’s play area, than a corporate meeting hall. 03. Everyone was surprised and gazed at each other. Also, there was a huge box of balloons placed at the centre of the hall. 04. The team leader asked everyone to pick a balloon from the box and asked them to blow it. Everyone happily picked a balloon and blew it. Then the team leader asked them to write their names on their balloon, carefully so that the balloons didn’t blow up. All tried to write their names on the balloons, but not everyone was successful. A few balloons blew up due to pressure and they were given another chance to use another balloon. 05. Those who failed to mark their names even after the second chance were ruled out of the game. After the second chance, 25 employees were qualified for the next level. All balloons were collected and then put into a room. 06. The team leader announced to the employees to go to the room and pick the same balloon that had his name on it. Also, he told them that no balloon should blow up and warned them to be very careful! All 25 employees reached the room, where the balloons carrying their names were thrown here and there. They were searching for the respective balloons carrying their names. While they were in a rush to find the respective balloons, they tried not to burst the balloons. It was almost 15 minutes and no one was able to find the balloon carrying his own name. 07. The team was told that the second level of the game was over. Now it is the third and final level. They asked the employees to pick any balloon in the room and give it to the person named on the balloon. Within a couple of minutes, all balloons reached the hands of the respective employee and everyone reached the hall. 08. The team leader announced; this is called real solutions to the problems. Everyone is frantically hunting for solutions to the problems without understanding the ideal ways. Many times, sharing and helping others give you real solutions to all problems. Help out each other to ease things.

Vocabulary Words and Meanings The story "Real Solutions To Problems" conveys a valuable lesson about collaboration, teamwork, and problem-solving. Here are the key vocabulary words and their meanings within the context of the story: 01. Energetic: Having a high level of energy, enthusiasm, or vitality. 02. Dynamic: Characterized by constant change, activity, or progress. 03. Enthusiasm: Intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval. 04. Corporate: Relating to a large company or group. 05. Decorative: Serving to make something more attractive or beautiful. 06. Pressure: The force exerted on or against something. 07. Qualified: Having the necessary skills, knowledge, or experience to do something. 08. Rush: Move with urgent haste or in a disorderly manner. 09. Frantically: In a hurried, panicked, or desperate manner. 10. Hunting: Searching or seeking out something diligently. 11. Ideal: Conforming to a standard of perfection or excellence. 12. Sharing: Giving a portion of something to others or communicating information with others. 13. Collaboration: Working together with others towards a common goal or task. 14. Teamwork: Cooperative effort by a group of people working together to achieve a common goal. 15. Problem-solving: The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues. The story "Real Solutions To Problems" emphasizes the importance of collaboration, sharing, and helping others as effective ways to find solutions to challenges. It highlights how working together and supporting each other can lead to successful problem-solving and overcome obstacles that may seem insurmountable when tackled individually.

There were a boy and girl who loved each other very much. But due to some minor reasons they broke up.After the broke up, here are the thoughts they were thinking about each others. BOY: At last I broke up with her. GIRL: He broke up with me, at last. BOY: I don’t know why I did that? GIRL: He may have a strong reason for leaving me. BOY: I was so happy with her. She was so perfect! GIRL: All I did was disappoint him, I could have considered it, before. BOY: I got a new girl which I don’t even like. GIRL: He got a new girl which he’s in love with BOY: I got a new girl, it’s only because I couldn’t get my mind off of her.. GIRL: He doesn’t even think of me. BOY: No one can replace her in my life. GIRL: He replaced me with that girl, so simply. BOY: She was so much better than my new girlfriend. GIRL: She has everything I don’t. BOY: I want her back, so madly. GIRL: He doesn’t even want to hear my name. BOY: She’s everything to me GIRL: I’m nothing to him. BOY: But now she probably hates me. GIRL: But I can never hate him. BOY: I miss him so much. GIRL: I miss him. BOY: Still I love her. GIRL: Still I love him…

Vocabulary Words and Meanings The emotional story of the boy and the girl reflecting on their past relationship showcases the complexities of love, regret, and longing. Here are the vocabulary words and their meanings within the context of the story: 01. Break up: To end a romantic relationship. 02. Perfect: Having all the required or desirable elements, qualities, or characteristics. 03. Disappoint: To fail to meet the hopes or expectations of someone. 04. Consider: Think carefully about something before making a decision. 05. New: Recently created or having recently come into existence. 06. Love: A deep affection or feeling of attachment towards someone. 07. Replace: To provide a substitute for someone or something. 08. Better: More desirable, satisfactory, or effective. 09. Want: Have a desire to possess or do something. 10. Hate: Feel intense or passionate dislike towards someone. 11. Miss: Feel sad or lonely because one is not with or near someone. 12. Still: Continues to be the case or to be done. 13. Everything: All things or all the things of a particular type. 14. Nothing: Not anything; no single thing. 15. Madly: In a passionate or extreme manner. The story of the boy and girl's reflections on their past relationship highlights the conflicting emotions of love, regret, longing, and self-reflection. It captures the bittersweet nature of relationships and the deep emotional impact that love and loss can have on individuals.

The Wooden Bowl 01. A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and a four-year old grandson. The old man’s hands trembled, his eyesight was blurred, and his step faltered. The family ate together nightly at the dinner table. But the elderly grandfather’s shaky hands and failing sight made eating rather difficult. Peas rolled off his spoon onto the floor. When he grasped the glass often milk spilled on the tablecloth. The son and daughter-in-law became irritated with the mess. “We must do something about grandfather,” said the son. "I’ve had enough of his spilled milk, noisy eating, and food on the floor". So the husband and wife set a small table in the corner. There, grandfather ate alone while the rest of the family enjoyed at the dinner table. 02. Since grandfather had broken a dish or two, his food was served in a wooden bowl. Sometimes when the family glanced in grandfather’s direction, he had a tear in his eye as he ate alone. Still, the only words the couple had for him were sharp admonitions when he dropped a fork or spilled food. The four-year-old watched it all in silence. 03. One evening before supper, the father noticed his son playing with scraps on the floor. He asked the child sweetly, “What are you making?” Just as sweetly, the boy responded,”Oh, I am making a little bowl for you and mama to eat your food from when I grow up.” The four-year-old smiled and went back to work. The words so struck the parents they were speechless. Then tears started to stream down their cheeks. Though no word was spoken, both knew what must be done. That evening, the husband took grandfather’s hand and gently led him back to the family table. 04. For the remainder of his days he ate every meal with the family. And for some reason, neither husband nor wife seemed to care any longer when a fork was dropped, milk spilled, or the tablecloth soiled. Children are remarkably perceptive. Their eyes ever observe, their ears ever listen, and their minds ever process the messages they absorb. If they see us, patiently provide a happy home atmosphere for family members, they will imitate that attitude for the rest of their lives. The wise parent realizes that every day that building blocks are being laid for the child’s future.

Vocabulary Words and Meanings The touching story of "The Wooden Bowl" conveys a powerful message about compassion, empathy, and family dynamics. Here are the key vocabulary words and their meanings within the context of the story: 01. Frail: Weak or delicate, especially due to age or illness. 02. Trembled: Shook involuntarily, typically due to age or weakness. 03. Blurred: Not clear or distinct; lacking sharpness. 04. Faltered: Moved unsteadily or hesitantly. 05. Irritated: Annoyed or provoked to impatience. 06. Admonitions: Warnings or reprimands given with authority. 07. Perceptive: Having or showing sensitive insight or understanding. 08. Atmosphere: The pervading tone or mood of a place or situation. 09. Imitate: To copy or mimic the actions, behavior, or attitudes of others. 10. Compassion: Sympathetic concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others. 11. Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of another. 12. Dynamics: The forces or properties that stimulate growth, development, or change. The story of "The Wooden Bowl" emphasizes the importance of empathy, understanding, and creating a nurturing family environment. It underscores how small acts of kindness and compassion can have a profound impact on relationships and the well-being of family members. The tale also highlights the perceptive nature of children and the influence of parental behavior on shaping their future attitudes and actions.

Blind Girl There was a blind girl who hated herself just because she was blind. She hated everyone, except her loving boyfriend. He was always there for her. She said that if she could only see the world, she would marry her boyfriend. One day, someone donated a pair of eyes to her and then she could see everything, including her boyfriend. Her boyfriend asked her, “Now that you can see the world, will you marry me?” The girl was shocked when she saw that her boyfriend was blind too, and refused to marry him. Her boyfriend walked away in tears. Later, he wrote a letter to her. It read: “Just take care of my eyes my dear, for before they were yours, they were mine.”

Vocabulary Words and Meanings The poignant story of the blind girl and her loving boyfriend conveys a powerful message about love, self-acceptance, and sacrifice. Here are the key vocabulary words and their meanings within the context of the story: 01. Blind: Unable to see; lacking the sense of sight. 02. Hate: Intense or passionate dislike towards someone or something. 03. Boyfriend: A male partner in a romantic relationship. 04. Donate: To give something, especially money or goods, for a charitable cause. 05. Eyes: Organs of sight; the ability to see. 06. Marriage: The legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship. 07. Refuse: To indicate or show that one is not willing to do something. 08. Walk away: To leave a place or situation, typically to avoid further involvement. 09. Tears: Drops of saline fluid that are secreted by the lacrimal glands to clean and lubricate the eyes. 10. Letter: A written or printed message addressed to someone. 11. Take care of: To look after or protect someone or something. 12. Dear: Used as a term of endearment or affection. 13. Sacrifice: Giving up something valuable or important for the benefit of others. The story of the blind girl and her boyfriend underscores the themes of love, acceptance, and understanding. It highlights the importance of seeing beyond physical appearances and appreciating the true essence of a person. The boyfriend's selfless act of donating his eyes to the girl and his heartfelt letter demonstrate the depth of his love and sacrifice for her well-being.

The Rose Within 01. A certain man planted a rose and watered it faithfully and before it blossomed, he examined it. He saw the bud that would soon blossom, but noticed thorns upon the stem and he thought, “How can any beautiful flower come from a plant burdened with so many sharp thorns?” Saddened by this thought, he neglected to water the rose, and just before it was ready to bloom… it died. So it is with many people. 02. Within every soul there is a rose. The God-like qualities planted in us at birth, grow amid the thorns of our faults. Many of us look at ourselves and see only the thorns, the defects. 03. We despair, thinking that nothing good can possibly come from us. We neglect to water the good within us, and eventually it dies. We never realized our potential. 04. Some people do not see the rose within themselves; someone else must show it to them. One of the greatest gifts a person can possess is to be able to reach past the thorns of another, and find the rose within them. 05. This is one of the characteristic of love… to look at a person, know their true faults and accepting that person into your life… all the while recognizing the nobility in their soul. Help others to realize they can overcome their faults. If we show them the “rose” within themselves, they will conquer their thorns. Only then will they blossom many times over.

Vocabulary Words and Meanings The allegorical tale "The Rose Within" conveys a meaningful message about self-perception, potential, and the transformative power of love and acceptance. Here are the key vocabulary words and their meanings within the context of the story: 01. Rose: A symbol of beauty, love, and growth. 02. Faithfully: Consistently and with commitment. 03. Blossom: To come into full development; to flourish or thrive. 04. Thorns: Sharp, pointed, protective structures on the stem of a plant. 05. Burdened: Weighed down or encumbered by something. 06. Saddened: Feeling sorrow or grief. 07. Neglect: To fail to care for or pay attention to something. 08. Despair: To lose all hope or confidence. 09. Defects: Imperfections or flaws. 10. Water: To provide moisture to plants for growth and health. 11. Potential: The inherent capacity for growth, development, or success. 12. Nobility: Dignity, honor, or moral excellence. 13. Conquer: To overcome or defeat. 14. Blossom: To develop and mature into something beautiful or successful. 15. Love: Deep affection, care, and compassion for others. 16. Accepting: Embracing or acknowledging someone for who they are. The story of "The Rose Within" emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance, recognizing the potential for growth and beauty within oneself, and the transformative impact of love and acceptance from others. It encourages individuals to look beyond their perceived faults and shortcomings, to nurture their inner beauty, and to help others discover and cultivate their own inherent qualities and virtues.

Cyclops 01. Once upon a time there was a boy who lived in a village. He lived with his mother, who had only one eye. Everyday, his mother would drop him off at school. All his friends would laugh and make fun of him. They used to call his mom “Cyclops”. Two weeks later it was a Parent’s Day, the boy grew resentful and started hating his mother. He was sick of his mother, so he worked hard, got a good job, moved far away from his mother and started a family. 02. The mother desperately tried to get in touch with him but it was no use. Many years later, his mother traveled far to see him and his family. When he opened the door, he started screaming at her, telling her how he hates her and asking why she bothered coming. His children (the mother’s grandchildren) started laughing at her and said “Who is this ugly monster?” The son never heard from her again til 20 years later, when she died. He went to her grave to visit her. He then found out she left something for him in her will. 03. This is what it said: Dear son, I know you probably hate me because of all the embarrassment I’ve caused you. But this is how I lost my eye - When you were young, you got into a fatal car accident. Your father died straight away and you were in an unstable condition. You had lost one eye. So I gave up one of mine so you could live a normal life. I have always loved you, no matter what. Best wishes, Mum The son dropped the will to the floor, and realized what happened. He regretted what he did for the rest of his life.

Vocabulary Words and Meanings The heart-wrenching story of sacrifice and regret in "Cyclops" highlights the importance of understanding, compassion, and love. Here are the key vocabulary words and their meanings within the context of the story: 01. Cyclops: In Greek mythology, a member of a race of one-eyed giants; used here as a derogatory term to mock the boy's mother. 02. Resentful: Feeling or showing bitterness or indignation at having been treated unfairly. 03. Hating: Intense or passionate dislike towards someone. 04. Sick of: Tired or fed up with something; unable to tolerate any longer. 05. Desperately: In a way that shows despair or extreme need. 06. Screaming: Shouting loudly and angrily. 07. Embarrassment: Feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness. 08. Grave: A place where a dead person is buried. 09. Regretted: Feeling sad, repentant, or disappointed over something that has happened. 10. Sacrifice: Giving up something valuable or important for the benefit of others. 11. Normal: Conforming to a standard; usual, typical, or expected. 12. Unstable: Not securely fixed; likely to change or fail. 13. Condition: State of health, being, or existence. 14. Will: A legal document that expresses a person's wishes about how their property should be distributed after death. 15. Love: Deep affection, care, and compassion for someone. The story of "Cyclops" underscores the profound impact of love, sacrifice, and understanding. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of empathy, forgiveness, and recognizing the sacrifices made by others for our well-being. It also highlights the consequences of hasty judgments and the power of unconditional love and devotion.

Shake Off Your Problems A man’s favorite donkey falls into a deep precipice; He can’t pull it out no matter how hard he tries; He therefore decides to bury it alive. Soil is poured onto the donkey from above. The donkey feels the load, shakes it off, and steps on it; More soil is poured. It shakes it off and steps up; The more the load was poured, the higher it rose; By noon, the donkey was grazing in green pastures. After much shaking off (of problems) And stepping up (learning from them), One will graze in GREEN PASTURES.

Vocabulary Words and Meanings The inspirational story "Shake Off Your Problems" conveys a powerful message about resilience, perseverance, and growth. Here are the key vocabulary words and their meanings within the context of the story: 01. Donkey: A domesticated hoofed mammal, often used as a beast of burden. 02. Precipice: A steep rock face or cliff. 03. Bury: To place a dead body in the ground. 04. Alive: Living or not dead. 05. Soil: The upper layer of earth in which plants grow. 06. Pour: To cause a liquid or granular substance to flow or fall. 07. Load: A heavy or bulky thing that is being carried or is about to be carried. 08. Graze: To feed on growing grass in a pasture. 09. Green pastures: Lush, fertile fields covered with green grass. 10. Resilience: The ability to recover from or adjust to challenges or difficulties. 11. Perseverance: Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay. 12. Growth: The process of developing physically, mentally, or emotionally. 13. Learning: The acquisition of knowledge or skills through study, experience, or being taught. The story "Shake Off Your Problems" illustrates the importance of resilience, learning from challenges, and using them as stepping stones for personal growth and success. It encourages individuals to shake off their problems, step up to overcome obstacles, and ultimately thrive in a place of abundance and fulfillment.

Building Your House 01. An elderly carpenter was ready to retire. He told his employer - contractor of his plans to leave the house-building business to live a more leisurely life with his wife and enjoy his extended family. He would miss the payback each week, but he wanted to retire. They could get by. 02. The contractor was sorry to see his good worker go and asked if he could build just one more house as a personal favor. The carpenter said yes, but over time it was easy to see that his heart was not in his work. He resorted to shoddy workmanship and used inferior materials. It was an unfortunate way to end a dedicated career. 03. When the carpenter finished his work, his employer came to inspect the house. Then he handed the front-door key to the carpenter and said, “This is your house… my gift to you.” 04. The carpenter was shocked! What a shame! If he had only known he was building his own house, he would have done it all so differently. 05. So it is with us. We build our lives, a day at a time, often putting less than our best into the building. Then, with a shock, we realize we have to live in the house we built. If we could do it over, we would do it much differently. 06. But, you cannot go back. You are the carpenter, and everyday you hammer a nail, place a board, or erect a wall. Someone once said, “Life is a do-it-yourself project.” Your attitude, and the choices you make today, help build the “house” you will live in tomorrow. Therefore, build wisely!

Vocabulary Words and Meanings The story "Building Your House" offers a powerful metaphor for life and the choices we make. Here are the key vocabulary words and their meanings within the context of the story: 01. Elderly: Old or aging. 02. Carpenter: A skilled worker who makes and repairs wooden structures. 03. Retire: To stop working permanently, usually because of age. 04. Leisurely: Relaxed and unhurried. 05. Contractor: A person or company that undertakes a contract to provide work, typically construction work. 06. Shoddy: Of poor quality; done in a careless or slipshod way. 07. Inferior: Of lower quality or value. 08. Dedicated: Devoted to a particular task or purpose. 09. Inspect: To examine something carefully. 10. Shame: A painful feeling of humiliation or distress caused by the consciousness of wrong or foolish behavior. 11. Attitude: A settled way of thinking or feeling about something. 12. Choices: The things that one can choose to do or not do. 13. Wisely: In a way that shows good judgment and common sense. The story "Building Your House" highlights the importance of mindful living and making conscious choices. It encourages individuals to approach life with a sense of purpose and dedication, recognizing that every action contributes to the overall quality of their lives. The story serves as a reminder that we are the architects of our own destinies and should strive to build a life that we can be proud of.

Peace Of MInd 01. Once Buddha was walking from one town to another town with a few of his followers. This was in the initial days. While they were traveling, they happened to pass a lake. They stopped there and Buddha told one of his disciples, “I am thirsty. Do get me some water from that lake there.” 02. The disciple walked up to the lake. When he reached it, he noticed that some people were washing clothes in the water and, right at the moment, a bullock cart started crossing through the lake. As a result, the water became very muddy, very turbid. The disciple thought, “How can I give this muddy water to Buddha to drink!” So he came back and told Buddha, “The water in there is very muddy. I don’t think it is fit to drink.” 03. After about half an hour, again Buddha asked the same disciple to go back to the lake and get him some water to drink. The disciple obediently went back to the lake. This time he found that the lake had absolutely clear water in it. The mud had settled down and the water above it looked fit to be had. So he collected some water in a pot and brought it to Buddha. 04. Buddha looked at the water, and then he looked up at the disciple and said, “See what you did to make the water clean. You let it be… and the mud settled down on its own, and you got clean water… Your mind is also like that. When it is disturbed, just let it be. Give it a little time. It will settle down on its own. You don’t have to put in any effort to calm it down. It will happen. It is effortless.” 05. What did Buddha emphasize here? He said, ‘It is effortless’. Having ‘peace of mind’ is not a strenuous job; it is an effortless process. When there is peace inside you, that peace permeates to the outside. It spreads around you and in the environment, such that people around start feeling that peace and grace.

Vocabulary Words and Meanings The enlightening story of "Peace of Mind" shared by Buddha teaches a valuable lesson about tranquility, patience, and the natural process of calming the mind. Here are the key vocabulary words and their meanings within the context of the story: 01. Followers: Individuals who believe in and support the teachings of a leader or mentor. 02. Thirsty: Feeling the need to drink liquid. Disciple: A follower or student of a particular teacher or leader. 03. Muddy: Containing or covered in a mixture of dirt and water. 04. Turbid: Cloudy, opaque, or muddy. 05. Obediently: In a manner compliant with instructions or commands. 06. Tranquil: Calm, peaceful, and free from disturbance. 07. Effortless: Requiring little to no effort or exertion. 08. Disturbed: Upset, agitated, or unsettled. 09. Permeates: Spreads throughout or pervades. 10. Environment: The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates. The story of "Peace of Mind" conveys the message that achieving inner peace is a natural and effortless process. It emphasizes the importance of allowing the mind to settle on its own, without forcing it or struggling against disturbances. By letting go and giving time for calmness to prevail, individuals can experience tranquility that radiates outward and positively impacts their environment and those around them.

Common Sense 01. Once there lived a man named Common Sense, he was the smartest man in the world. There also lived a beautiful goddess named Athena. One day, Athena was really bored, so she decided to look down from heaven to see if anyone needed help or anything; she spotted a man walking in the woods. 02. Common Sense looked at the ground and spotted a bag of golden coins, so he picked it up. Athena flew down and said, “What are you going to do with the coins?” Common Sense looked at her with a bright smile and said, “I shall give them to the poor.” So he did. The next day Athena came down again and said, “You get 3 wishes.” Common Sense was so happy he used them right away. 03. His first wish was for all of his things to disappear, his 2nd wish was for his family and everyone he knows to forget about him and, finally, his 3rd wish was for Athena to chop him up and put a piece of him in everyone, so that everyone would have a little Common Sense.

Vocabulary Words and Meanings The allegorical tale of "Common Sense" and Athena conveys a thought-provoking message about wisdom, selflessness, and the value of sharing knowledge. Here are the key vocabulary words and their meanings within the context of the story: 01. Common Sense: Sound judgment based on simple perception of the situation or facts. 02. Smartest: Having or showing quick intelligence or keen mental capacity. 03. Goddess: A female deity or divine being. 04. Bored: Feeling uninterested or disengaged. 05. Spotted: Seen or noticed something. 06. Bright: Full of light; shining intensely. 07. Poor: Lacking material possessions or wealth. 08. Wishes: Desires or requests for something to happen. 09. Disappear: Cease to be visible or present. 10. Forget: Fail to remember. 11. Chop: To cut into pieces with a sharp tool. 12. Selflessness: Concern more with the needs and wishes of others than with one's own. 13. Knowledge: Information, understanding, or skill acquired through experience or education. The story of "Common Sense" and Athena underscores the importance of wisdom, selflessness, and the desire to share knowledge for the greater good. It prompts reflection on the value of sound judgment, generosity, and the impact of selfless actions on others. The narrative encourages individuals to consider the broader implications of their choices and to strive for a world where wisdom and common sense are widely shared and appreciated.

Billy and Katie 01. Billy loved Katie with all his heart but he never told a single soul. Katie secretly loved him too. However, she thought she would never have a chance with him. Billy asked his friends what they thought of her and his friends thought she was gay. They didn’t like her at all. So Billy just went along with them. They all made fun of her and made her feel really bad. Katie was very upset. 02. One day, they followed her home from school and made fun of her the whole way home. Once she got inside her house, she dropped to the floor. She had a crush on Billy since third grade. She didn’t know what to do. When Billy got home, he felt real bad about what he had done. Hence, he decided to go to Katie’s house to tell her he was sorry and that he really loves her. 03. When he got there, he knocked on the door but no one answered. The door was open so he walked in. He walked into the living room and found Katie lying dead on the floor. She had slit her wrist. Billy was very upset. He knew it was his fault that she killed herself and now, he could never tell her how he really felt. Don’t wait until the last minute to tell someone how you really feel because it might just be too late.

Here are the vocabulary words of the story 'Billy And Katie': 01. Single soul: Refers to an individual person or a single human being. In the context of the story, "Billy loved Katie with all his heart but he never told a single soul" means that Billy did not share his feelings with anyone. 02. Secretly: In a way that is not known or seen by others; done without others knowing. For example, "Katie secretly loved him too" means that Katie had feelings for Billy that she kept hidden. 03. Gay: In this context, "gay" is used to describe a person's sexual orientation, specifically referring to a homosexual individual who is attracted to individuals of the same gender. 04. Went along: To agree or comply with someone else's actions or decisions, often without expressing one's true feelings or opinions. For instance, "Billy just went along with them" means that Billy followed the lead of his friends, even though he may not have agreed with their actions. 05. Made fun: To mock, tease, or ridicule someone in a light-hearted or mean-spirited manner. When Billy and his friends "made fun of her," they were teasing and mocking Katie, causing her distress. 06. Upset: Feeling unhappy, disappointed, or disturbed due to a specific event or circumstance. In the story, "Katie was very upset" indicates that she was deeply troubled or distressed by the situation. 07. Dropped to the floor: To fall or collapse suddenly onto the floor. When Katie "dropped to the floor," it suggests that she fell down in a sudden and dramatic manner, likely due to emotional distress. 08. Slit: To cut or tear something with a sharp object, often used in the context of self-harm or suicide. For example, "She had slit her wrist" indicates that Katie had intentionally cut her wrist in an act of self-harm.

Tale Of A Lost Senior Citizen When I went to lunch today, I noticed an old man sitting on a park bench sobbing his eyes out. I stopped and asked him what was wrong. He told me, “I have a 22-year-old wife at home. She rubs my back every morning and gets up and makes me pancakes, sausage, fresh fruit and freshly ground coffee.” I continued, “Well, then why are you crying?” He added, “She makes me homemade soup for lunch and my favourite biscuits, cleans the house and then watches sports TV with me for the rest of the afternoon.” I said, “Well, why are you crying?” He said, “For dinner she makes me a gourmet meal with wine and my favourite dessert and then we cuddle until the small hours.” I inquired, “Well then, why in the world would you be crying?” He replied, “I can’t remember where I live.”

Vocabulary Words and Meanings Here are the vocabulary words and their meanings from the story "Tale of a Lost Senior Citizen": 01. Sobbing: Crying loudly and uncontrollably, often with heaving sounds. 02. Homemade: Made at home, typically referring to food prepared from scratch. 03. Gourmet: Involving or relating to high-quality or fine food and drink. 04. Cuddle: Embrace closely, especially for warmth, comfort, or affection. 05. Senior Citizen: An elderly person, typically considered to be over a certain age, such as retirement age. 06. Biscuits: Small baked bread-like goods, often sweet or savory, similar to cookies. 07. Freshly: Recently, just made, or prepared. 08. Gourmet Meal: A meal prepared with high-quality and often specialized ingredients, associated with fine dining. 09. Desert (Dessert): A sweet course or dish served at the end of a meal. 10. Sports TV: Television programming that focuses on sports events, highlights, analysis, and news. The story humorously portrays the irony of a senior citizen enjoying a loving and luxurious lifestyle at home but feeling distressed due to forgetting where he lives. The juxtaposition of his contentment with his wife's care and his forgetfulness adds a comedic twist to the narrative.

I Love You Dad One day when a man was polishing his car, his 4-year-old son picked up a stone and scratched lines into his car. In anger, the man hits his son’s fingers many times, not realizing he was using a wrench. At the hospital, the little boy lost all his fingers due to multiple fractures. When the son saw his dad, he asked him with his painful eyes, “Dad, when are my fingers going to grow back?” The man was so hurt and speechless, he went back to his car and kicked a lot of times. Devastated by his own actions, sitting in front of that car, he looked at the scratches, the child wrote “I LOVE YOU DAD.” The next day, the man committed suicide.

Here are the meanings of the some words from the story 'I Love You Dad': 01. Polishing: The action of making something smooth and shiny by rubbing or cleaning it. 02. Pick up: To lift or take something from a surface or place. 03. Scratched: To make a shallow cut or mark on something by scraping it with a sharp or rough object. 04. Wrench: A tool used for gripping and turning nuts, bolts, pipes, etc., or for applying torque to turn objects. 05. Multiple fractures: The occurrence of more than one break or crack in a bone or other hard material. 06. Painful eyes: Eyes that express pain, distress, or suffering. 07. Speechless: Unable to speak, often due to shock, surprise, or strong emotions. 08. Devastated: Overwhelmed with shock, grief, or sadness; destroyed or ruined emotionally. 09. Committed: To carry out or perpetrate a particular act or action. 10. Suicide: The act of intentionally causing one's own death, usually as a result of severe mental or emotional distress. These words are used in the context of the story to describe the actions and emotions of the characters involved.

Some Things You Can't Explain A farmer was sitting in the neighborhood bar getting drunk. A man came in and asked the farmer, “Hey, why are you sitting here on this beautiful day, getting drunk?” The farmer shook his head and replied, “Some things you can’t explain.” “So what happened that’s so horrible?” the man asked as he sat down next to the farmer. “Well,” the farmer said, “Today I was sitting by the cow, milking her. Just as I got the bucket full, she lifted her left leg and kicked over the bucket.” “Okay,” said the man, “but that’s not so bad.” “Some things you can’t just explain,” the farmer replied, “So what happened then?” the man asked. The farmer said, “I took her left leg and tied it to the post on the left” “And then?” “Well, I sat back down and continued to milk her. Just as i got the bucket full, she took her right leg and kicked over the bucket.” The man laughed and said, “Again?” The farmer replied, “Some things you can’t just explain.” “So what did you do then?” the man asked. “I took her right leg this time and tied it to the post on the right.” “And then?” “Well, I sat back down and began milking her again. Just as I got the bucket full, the stupid cow knocked over the bucket with her tail.” “Hmmm,” the man said and nodded his head. “Some things you can’t just explain,” said the farmer. “So what did you do?” the man asked. “Well,” the farmer said, “I didn’t have any more rope, so I took off my belt and tied her tail ti the rafter. At that moment, my pants fell down and my wife walked in. Some things you just can’t explain.”

Vocabulary Words and Meanings Here are the vocabulary words and their meanings from the humorous story of 'Some Things You Can't Explain': 01. Farmer: A person who works on a farm, typically owning or managing the land. 02. Drunk: Intoxicated from consuming alcohol; inebriated. 03. Milking: The process of extracting milk from a cow or other mammal. 04. Bucket: A cylindrical container with a handle used for carrying liquids or small objects. 05. Post: A sturdy upright support, often used for tying or securing objects. 06. Tied: Fastened or secured with a rope, string, or similar material. 07. Laughed: Made sounds of amusement or joy. 08. Tail: The hindmost part of an animal, extending beyond the trunk or main part of the body. 09. Rope: A length of strong cord made by twisting or braiding fibers together. 10. Rafter: A sloping beam that supports the roof structure of a building. The story humorously depicts a farmer's attempt to deal with a mischievous cow during milking, leading to a series of comical events and unexpected outcomes. The repetition of the phrase "Some things you can't just explain" adds to the comedic effect as the farmer faces escalating challenges with the cow. The tale culminates in a humorous twist involving the farmer's wife walking in at an awkward moment, highlighting the unexpected and unpredictable nature of life.

A Doctor 01. A doctor entered the hospital in a hurry after being called in for an urgent surgery. He answered the call asap, changed his clothes and went directly to the surgery block. He found the boy’s father pacing in the hall waiting for the doctor. On seeing him, the dad yelled: “Why did you take all this time to come? Don’t you know that my son’s life is in danger? Don’t you have any sense of responsibility?” 02. The doctor smiled and said: “I am sorry, I wasn’t in the hospital and I came as fast as I could after receiving the call… And now, I wish you’d calm down so that I can do my work” “Calm down?! What if your son was in this room right now, would you calm down? If your own son dies now what will you do?” said the father angrily. 03. The doctor smiled again and replied: “I will say what Job said in the Holy Book ‘From dust we came and to dust we return, blessed be the name of God’. Doctors cannot prolong lives. Go and intercede for your son, we will do our best by God’s grace.” 04. “Giving advice when we’re not concerned is so easy,” murmured the father. The surgery took some hours after which the doctor went out happy, “Thank goodness! Your son is saved!” And without waiting for father’s reply, he carried on his way running. “If you have any questions, ask the nurse!” 05. “Why is he so arrogant? He couldn’t wait some minutes so that I can ask him about my son’s condition,” commented the father when seeing the nurse minutes after the doctor left. 06. The nurse answered, tears coming down her face: “His son died in a road accident, he was in the burial when we called him for your son’s life, he left running to finish his son’s burial.” Moral - Never judge anyone… because you never know how their life is and what they’re going through.

Here are the vocabulary words and their meanings from the story 'A Doctor': 01. Urgent: (adjective) requiring immediate action or attention. 02. Surgery: (noun) medical treatment in which a doctor cuts open someone's body in order to repair or remove damaged or diseased parts. 03. Responsibility: (noun) the state or fact of having a duty to deal with something or of having control over someone. 04. Intercede: (verb) intervene on behalf of another. 05. Arrogant: (adjective) having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities. 06. Bury/Burial: (verb/noun) to place a dead body in the ground; the act of placing a dead body in the ground for a funeral. 07. Murmur: (verb) say something in a low, soft, or indistinct voice. 08. Judgment: (noun) the ability to make considered decisions or come to sensible conclusions. These words are important in understanding the emotions, actions, and themes presented in the story.

Two Frogs in a Milk Once upon a time, two frogs fell into a large bucket of milk. They struggled to stay afloat, their tiny limbs churning the thick liquid. Realizing their predicament, they became disheartened. They thought, "There's no way we can escape this. We're doomed!" One frog gave up, accepting their fate. The other frog, however, refused to surrender. He continued to churn and paddle with all his might, even though it seemed futile. As he moved, he started to feel something solid beneath his feet. He continued paddling and churning until, finally, he had churned enough milk into a thick layer of butter. The butter became solid enough for him to climb onto, and he was able to hop out of the bucket and escape to safety.

Vocabulary Words and Meanings Here are some key vocabulary words from the story "Two Frogs in a Milk" and their meanings: 01. Predicament: A difficult, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation. - Example: The frogs found themselves in a predicament when they fell into the milk. 02. Disheartened: Feeling discouraged or losing hope. - Example: The frogs became disheartened when they realized they couldn't easily escape the milk. 03. Futile: Useless; having no effect. -Example: The first frog thought his efforts to escape were futile. 04. Churn: To stir or shake vigorously. -Example: The second frog continued to churn the milk with his legs. 05. Solid: Firm and hard, not liquid or gas. -Example: The churned milk eventually became solid enough to form butter. 06. Surrender: To give up or yield. - Example: The first frog surrendered to his fate, but the second frog refused to surrender. This story uses simple, everyday words to convey a powerful message about the importance of perseverance and never giving up.

The Cow 01. The only cow in a small Iowa town stopped giving milk. The people did some research and found that they could buy a cow just across the state line in Wisconsin and the cow was wonderful. It produced lots of milk all the time, and the people were pleased and very happy. They decided to acquire a bull to mate with the cow to produce more cows like it. They would never have to worry about their milk supply again. 02. They bought the bull and put it in the pasture with their beloved cow. However, whenever the bull came close to the cow, the cow would move away. No matter what approach the bull tried, the cow would move away from the bull and he could not succeed in his quest. The people were very upset and decided to ask the Vet, who was very wise. They told the Vet what was happening. “Whenever the bull approaches our cow, she moves away. If he approaches from the back, she moves forward. When he approaches her from the front, she backs off. An approach from the side, she walks away to the other side.” 03. The Vet thought about this for a minute and asked, “Did you by chance, buy this cow in Wisconsin?” The people were dumbfounded, since no one had ever mentioned where they bought the cow. “You are truly a wise Vet,” they said. “How did you know we got the cow in Wisconsin?” The Vet replied with a distant look in his eye. “My wife is from Wisconsin.”

Here are the vocabulary words from the story of 'The Cow' and their meanings: 01. Acquire - to obtain or come into possession of something 02. Beloved - dearly loved or cherished 03. Quest - a long or arduous search for something 04. Vet - short for veterinarian, a person qualified to treat and care for animals 05. Dumbfounded - greatly astonished or amazed 06. Arduous - involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring 07. Possession - the state of having, owning, or controlling something 08. Cherished - valued and treasured 09. Strenuous - requiring great exertion or effort 10. Astonished - greatly surprised or impressed