The Cat Seed (A childrens story)

You can thank my son for this one. It’s based off a dream he had.

Oliver sat on the porch steps, watching other kids play down the street.
He wished he had someone to share the day with.
Sometimes, being the only kid around felt really lonely.

His mom sat beside him.
“I see that quiet look,” she said knowingly.
“I think I have something special for you.”

She handed him a tiny cloth bundle.
Inside was a round, golden seed shaped a bit like a dried mango pit.

“What is it?” Oliver whispered.
Mom smiled. “A seed that grows best when it’s cared for with love.
Plant it, and you just might grow a friend.”

Oliver felt warmth bloom in his chest.
“I’ll call it Mango,” he decided, cradling the seed.

He planted Mango in the soft garden soil and gave it a sprinkle of water.
“I’m here,” he said quietly. “And I hope you grow.”

Every morning, Oliver visited the tiny mound.
He talked to it, read to it, and told it about his day.
The garden didn’t feel so empty anymore.

One morning, he saw something amazing.
A sprout with two tiny leaf-ears poking up from the soil.

Day by day, Mango grew.
Little vine-whiskers curled from his face,
a green tail swished behind him,
and soft plant-fur sprouted like moss.

Oliver wasn’t lonely anymore.

Then one afternoon, Oliver found Mango drooping.
His leaf-ears sagged. His tail hung limp.
Oliver gasped. “Mango? What’s wrong?”

Mom kneels beside them.
“It’s okay,” she said. “Sometimes plants get tired after a chilly night or too much sun.”
She touched Mango’s stem gently.
“He just needs a little extra care.”

Oliver brought water and soft blankets to keep the breeze away.
He stayed by Mango’s side, humming quietly.
By the next morning, Mango stood tall again,
a bright orange flower blooming atop his leafy head.

After that, Mango followed Oliver everywhere.
They chased butterflies, napped in the shade,
and shared stories under the warm sun.

Oliver still had quiet days,
but never lonely ones.
Because sometimes, the smallest seed
can grow into the truest friend.

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