The Shop of Forgotten Dreams
Chapter One: Layan and the Doctor's Dream
Layan was a young girl with a big dream. She wanted to become a doctor and help sick people smile again. But there was a problem: her grades in school were low.
Every time she got a poor grade, she felt sad. When she told people about her dream, they often said:
"Being a doctor is hard! You need better grades."
"Maybe you should think of something easier."
These words hurt Layan deeply. She began to think, "Maybe I’m not smart enough to be a doctor."
One day, after a tough day at school, Layan was walking home. She felt tired and hopeless. Then, she noticed a narrow alley she hadn’t seen before. At the end of it stood a small, old shop with a sign that read: “The Shop of Forgotten Dreams.”
Layan hesitated for a moment, but curiosity made her step inside.
Chapter Two: The Old Man and the Dream Bottles
Inside the shop, the shelves were filled with glowing bottles, each shining a different color. An old man stood behind a wooden counter, smiling warmly.
"Hello, Layan," he said.
"How do you know my name?" Layan asked, surprised.
"I don’t. But your dream does," he replied kindly.
The old man pointed to a nearby shelf, where a small bottle glowed faintly with a soft blue light.
"That’s your bottle, your dream. But it’s growing weak."
Layan walked closer and felt a strange warmth coming from the bottle. The light inside flickered, as if it were about to go out.
"Why does it look so weak?" she asked.
"Dreams need belief and hard work to stay alive," said the old man.
Layan’s heart sank.
"Can I save it?" she asked.
"Yes, but first, you need to see what happens if you let go of it."
He opened a small door at the back of the shop.
"Step through, and you’ll understand."
Chapter Three: The Land of Dreams
Layan stepped through the door and found herself in a magical world. The sky was painted with vibrant colors, and dreams floated like glowing lanterns. But not all dreams were happy. Some sat quietly in dark corners, looking lonely and abandoned.
Then, Layan saw her own dream: a girl in a white doctor’s coat. She was sitting on a chair, alone and sad, trying to speak, but no one was listening.
"Is this what will happen to my dream?" Layan asked.
"Yes, if you give up on it," the old man replied.
Seeing her dream like this broke Layan’s heart.
"I don’t want to lose my dream," she said firmly.
"Good," said the old man. "Now let me show you what happens when people find their dreams again."
Chapter Four: Samer and the Scientist’s Dream
Samer lived in a small village where food was scarce. Many nights, he and his family went to bed hungry. He often saw children crying because there wasn’t enough food to eat.
One day, Samer promised himself: “No one in this world should go to bed hungry. I’ll find a way to grow enough food for everyone.”
Samer dreamed of becoming a scientist, inventing new machines and methods to grow food. But as he grew older, doubt crept in.
"How can I change the world?" he thought.
"I’m just a boy from a small village."
When Layan found him, he was sitting under a tree, staring at the dry land.
"Why did you give up on your dream?" she asked.
"It’s impossible," Samer said. "I’m just one person. I can’t make a difference."
Layan brought him to the shop and showed him his orange bottle. After some hesitation, Samer agreed to visit the Land of Dreams.
In the magical world, Samer found himself in a grand laboratory filled with amazing inventions. He saw machines planting seeds, watering crops, and making dry soil fertile. He watched as children laughed and ate fresh, healthy food.
Samer felt hope fill his heart. He realized that even small ideas could lead to big changes if he believed in himself and worked hard.
When Samer returned to the real world, he was determined to study and work tirelessly to become a scientist who could fight hunger.
Chapter Five: Noha and the Dream of the Stars
Noha had always dreamed of becoming an astronaut. She wanted to explore space and fly among the stars. But she had a problem: her body was weak, and she couldn’t run or carry heavy things.
Whenever she shared her dream, people laughed.
"You? An astronaut? You can’t even carry your school bag!"
Their words made Noha feel small and helpless. She began to think her dream was impossible.
When Layan visited her, Noha was sitting by her window, staring at the stars.
"Why did you stop dreaming, Noha?" Layan asked.
"Because I’m not strong enough," Noha said. "And everyone says I can’t do it."
Layan took Noha to the shop, where she saw her purple bottle glowing faintly. In the Land of Dreams, Noha found herself in a spaceship, soaring through the galaxy. She felt strong and confident. She realized that strength could be built step by step.
Noha returned to the real world with a new plan. She started exercising, eating healthy, and studying hard. She knew her dream would take time, but she was ready to fight for it.
Chapter Six: Layan Finds Her Dream Again
After helping Samer and Noha, Layan felt stronger. She returned to the Land of Dreams to see her bottle again. This time, it was glowing brightly.
She saw herself as a doctor, helping children and saving lives. The image filled her with determination.
When Layan returned to the real world, she decided to study harder and ask for help when she needed it. She knew that every small step would bring her closer to her dream.
The Ending: A Shop Full of Hope
The Shop of Forgotten Dreams became a magical place for children who had lost hope. It reminded them that no dream was too big and no challenge was too hard if they believed in themselves and worked hard.
And so, Layan, Samer, and Noha inspired others to chase their dreams, proving that with courage and determination, anything is possible.
The End.
