One bright morning, CUTIS and Buem set out into the garden, planning nothing more than a quick walk before breakfast. The air was fresh, birds were chirping, and the papaya trees stood tall, their ripe fruit glowing golden-orange in the sunlight. As soon as CUTIS spotted the papayas hanging high above, his eyes lit up. The problem was obvious—the fruit was far too high to reach.
At first, CUTIS tried jumping, stretching his arms as far as he could. Buem watched closely, shaking his head and laughing as CUTIS failed again and again. Climbing the tree was risky, and shaking it might damage the fruit. Just as they were about to give up, Buem paused, studying the tree carefully. That’s when a clever idea popped into his head.
Buem noticed a long bamboo pole leaning against the fence. He dragged it over and pointed at the papayas. CUTIS immediately understood the plan. Together, they carefully positioned the pole, using it to gently press against the stem of the fruit. CUTIS held the bottom steady while Buem guided the top, making sure not to hit the papayas too hard.
With a small twist and a gentle push, one papaya dropped perfectly into a basket they had placed underneath. Both of them froze for a second, then burst into laughter. It worked! Encouraged, they repeated the method, adjusting their angles and communicating with hand signals like a professional team. Each papaya fell safely, unbruised and ready to eat.
As they worked, they realized how much easier harvesting became when they thought things through instead of rushing. CUTIS proudly wiped his hands, amazed at how simple tools and teamwork could solve a big problem. Buem nodded, satisfied that his careful observation had paid off.
By the end of the morning, the basket was full. They sat under the tree, admiring their harvest and sharing excited plans for papaya dishes to come. That day, CUTIS and Buem didn’t just collect fruit—they learned that smart thinking and cooperation can turn any challenge into a success. 🍈🌿
