Folklore says there was an underground spring in that
place.
Rhia's grandparents
had heard and read, but never seen it.
"It must have
existed some centuries ago, before we were born," all the seniors said.
Archaeologists shared
the same opinion.
The rocks were
proof.
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The other proof was
the centuries-old structure that had pipes, but there was no water in them anymore.
The spring was the
source of water that fed it.
"We can revive
the spring," Rhia said resolutely.
Gladly, some others
shared her view.
After two decades of
environment-friendly measures and tree plantation, the pipes now have water!
100 Words story for Friday Fictioneers
Have you ever planted a tree in your life?
Are you aware that rivers can be rejuvenated by tree plantation?
What do you feel about the current state of the environment? Do share your views.
We may still have time to restore the springs
ReplyDeleteIt's a nice thought that we can still save our planet
ReplyDeleteDear Anita,
ReplyDeleteGood for Rhia. There's yet hope.
Shalom,
Rochelle
Lovely idea and sense of hope.
ReplyDeleteUplifting story.
ReplyDeleteA nice positive thought.
ReplyDeleteSweet story.
ReplyDeleteWhere there is hope, there is possibility.
ReplyDeleteThere are many actions we can take to remediate our environment. The difficulty is almost always a short-sighted view of cost. The 'Tragedy of the Commons' is played out all too frequently to the detriment of our planet.
ReplyDeleteHope "springs" eternal :)
ReplyDeleteI didn't know trees could revive a spring!
ReplyDeleteI like your nature-based story. Yes, I've planted many trees over the years. Not nearly enough to cover the losses of the trees I've seen destroyed by thoughtless people over the years :(
ReplyDeleteI have planted trees, though I did not know they could revive rivers. That's a hopeful thought.
ReplyDeleteIs that really possible I wonder? Can a dry spring be revived? I'll have to look into the idea. Wonderful post.
ReplyDeleteThis would be my wish. ��
ReplyDeleteTake that all you pessamists! Nice one.
ReplyDeleteThere's a mysticism as well as a practical application of hope in reviving a spring and making it sustainable. This made me think of Steinbeck's To A God Unknown.
ReplyDeleteA lot of positivity there!
ReplyDeleteFab story filled with hope,I really enjoyed it. xx
ReplyDeletePleasant story.
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