Maya, a little girl with bright eyes and a smile as warm as the Philippine sun, loved her bedtime routine. Every night, before drifting off to sleep, she would thank her parents for all their love and care.
Maya lived in a cozy little house filled with the sweet scent of freshly baked pandesal and the gentle sounds of the bustling neighborhood. As she got ready for bed, Maya’s parents would help her put on her pajamas and brush her teeth.
Tonight, Maya’s mom was telling her a story about a brave little butterfly that had to fly far away to find the perfect flower. Maya listened intently, her heart filled with wonder. This reminded Maya of how brave she is, as she looked forward to finding her own unique path.
After her story, her mom helped her with her bedtime prayers. She thanked God for her big family, her friends, and for all the beautiful things in her life.
As Maya lay in her bed, she felt a warm blanket of love surround her. She imagined the little butterfly fluttering around a colorful flower in a meadow. She pictured herself being brave like the butterfly, and kind like her family.
Maya thought about how lucky she was to have such a loving family who showed her so much kindness. She also thought about the responsibility she had to take care of her toys and to help her family, like her dad, who worked hard all day.
Maya whispered a sweet thank-you to her mom and dad, feeling grateful for all the love and support they gave her. Maya knew that they were the best. She drifted off to sleep, a smile on her face, dreaming of colorful butterflies and a world full of love.
As she slept, Maya dreamed that she was a beautiful butterfly herself, flying high in the sky and spreading kindness everywhere she went.
Maya woke up with a happy heart and a warm feeling of gratitude and responsibility toward her family, her home, and her friends.
She knew that in her own special way, she could spread kindness to everyone around her, just like the butterfly in her dream. And with her parents by her side, she knew she could overcome any obstacle with the strength to care for her world and others around her.