Foal|کره خر

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“76th story”

First Published: Jan.31.2019

A university Professor was sharing an old memory with his class.

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He said: “I was at a red light deep in my thoughts when I heard a long constant horn along with a sharp shout; ‘Hey foal-donkey, when are you going to move?’

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The street was quiet with no traffic. At the next red light, my cars was side by side with the angry driver, and windows were down.

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I turned my head, smiled and said: ‘First of all, did you know foal is a young donkey. Secondly, you should have called me jackass or jack-donkey. If I’m a donkey, then you must be Solomon since you can talk to animals. And finally, I was deep into my thoughts and I am really sorry about that.’

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The other man smiled back and said over and over again: ‘I am so sorry, there was no need to act the way I acted.’

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I pointed to him to park at the side of the street.

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I had a half-eaten box of chocolate. When we parked, I walked out of the car with the ripped box of chocolate and offered him some. We talked a little and exchanged our phone numbers and we’ve been best friends ever since.

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There was a fight about to start but it ended with friendship. Millions of people died in wars that could have easily been prevented with an apology or a smile. If someone can make you angry that means that person has power over you. Calm your anger with kindness, smiles, and forgiveness. Solve misunderstandings by putting an effort to understand the circumstances.”

Dear friends; 

Don’t forget to read my books.<3<3<3

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Categories: bedtime story, fable, moral, parable, Short Story, StorytellingTags: , , , ,

106 comments ›

  2. equipsblog
    January 31, 2019 • 2:01 pm

    We have jackasses in politics who could learn from the jackass on the street that a smile or apology can work wonders.

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  3. inhiscare753
    January 31, 2019 • 3:03 pm

    Love it, beautifully written inspiring and so meaningful!
    InHisCare🙏

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  4. stopociechblog
    January 31, 2019 • 3:09 pm

    It’s true that you will do a lot with good word and kindness. We fall into anger and irritation easily. A lot depends on how we react to someone’s unpleasant attention. You are kind and it disarms him.

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  5. hassanmosleh
    January 31, 2019 • 3:13 pm

    Beautiful story, I wish peace dominates the entire world someday, somehow.

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  6. simplywendi
    January 31, 2019 • 4:04 pm

    🙂 love this! and the pictures are adorable.

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  7. JOY journal
    January 31, 2019 • 4:04 pm

    A sense of humor and humanity. 🙂

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  9. crimsonprose
    January 31, 2019 • 4:47 pm

    I like what you’re saying here. And agree with it. 🙂

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  10. Crissy
    February 1, 2019 • 11:06 am

    “Kindness, smiles and forgiveness”…love it Laleh!❤️❤️

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  11. Warren Richards
    February 2, 2019 • 3:55 am

    A wonderful example how kindness can change hearts and minds, leaving a lasting impression!

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  13. OIKOS™-Publishing
    February 3, 2019 • 1:29 am

    Sorry, i have to excuse for the long delay, Laleh! Hope you will accept it, and i need some more time too, for reading your book. Congratulations on the award, and have a great Sunday! Best wishes, Michael

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  14. freiedenkerin
    February 3, 2019 • 1:42 pm

    Yes, people that make one angry have power over one… I try very hard to remember that always, but sometimes it is very, very hard…

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  15. efge63
    February 4, 2019 • 3:03 pm

    Inspiring story!!! Thank you Laleh!! Have a nice week!!!

    No one can drive us crazy unless we give them the keys.

    Douglas Horton

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  16. mylilplace
    February 7, 2019 • 6:22 pm

    I love reading your stories…and this is no exception. 🙂 Thank you.

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  17. Jonathan Caswell
    February 7, 2019 • 9:53 pm

    Reblogged this on By the Mighty Mumford and commented:
    I WISH ALL COULD BE MADE RIGHT THIS WAY!

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  20. Mathew Philip
    August 26, 2019 • 11:35 pm

    it’s good

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  21. Bon Repos Gites
    November 21, 2020 • 8:06 am

    A wonderful post with a powerful message!!

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  22. kagould17
    November 21, 2020 • 8:32 am

    Yes. We need kindness more than ever now. By constantly butting heads, we all become butt heads. Thanks for sharing. Allan

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  23. Inshoimran
    November 21, 2020 • 9:01 am

    Nice message

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  24. utahan15
    November 21, 2020 • 9:12 am

    the foal
    a fool
    red stop a mule
    ass came to pass
    the words said
    to he
    was the reason
    peace still has no victory

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  25. SRIKANTH
    November 21, 2020 • 9:18 am

    True ! a smile can do Wonders 👍🤝

    Like

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  26. Martina Ramsauer
    November 21, 2020 • 10:12 am

    Your stories are most precious and in this one I particolarly liked the following sentence:”If someone can make you angry that means that person has power over you.” Many thanks and all the best:)

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  27. DEBASIS NAYAK
    November 21, 2020 • 12:07 pm

    Good moral story.
    Thanks for sharing!

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  29. Halbarbera
    November 22, 2020 • 9:34 am

    Better a donkey or jack-donkey than to be a complete ass!

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  30. Anna Waldherr
    November 22, 2020 • 5:58 pm

    May we at long last learn to live by this sentiment, Laleh. ❤

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  31. stopociechblog
    November 22, 2020 • 6:02 pm

    A beautiful wise story about the strength and power of understanding, apologizing and withdrawing anger in time. It is often missing in our marital and family relationships. I wish everyone the wisdom of life.

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  32. beach house 🏝🥰🐠🐡🐢🌊🌈
    November 24, 2020 • 2:21 am

    awww….. One of the cutest & sweetest animals 😍😆

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  33. Samreen Asad
    November 26, 2020 • 7:47 am

    What a beautiful story and a powerful message Laleh ❤️💖🤗

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  35. Sadje
    November 11, 2021 • 11:33 am

    Thanks for sharing this beautiful story

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  37. utahan15
    November 11, 2021 • 4:13 pm

    nice thoughts from an aristotlian plain

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  38. bigskybuckeye
    November 12, 2021 • 7:41 am

    Sweetest story! When we are willing to share a bit of life’s chocolate, it’s amazing to see frowns melt into smiles. Laleh, thanks for sharing another blessed lesson about life.

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  41. usfman
    November 17, 2021 • 3:53 pm

    Love the stubborn animal reference here.

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