The Dreaming Tree Thesis

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Make a wish; cover it with unwavering faith, and it shall come to fruition is a viable point made in the movie “The Wishing Tree”. In Mark 9:23 King James Version, “Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.” Hence, this life is full of noteworthy accomplishments of people that worked hard and had faith until their wishes come true. In the wonderful thought provoking movie, the professor stated that everyone needs to believe in something magical. Alexa adamantly wished that her friend Jamie would awaken from his comatose state, and he did when touched by the loving healing hands of Thomas. In this essay, there are examples of triumphant stories of three beautiful women: a mother of five that completed her education, a physically disabled young woman that attended college and owner of a successful business, and a young woman that moved up the ranks in the military. …show more content…
Unfortunately, at the early age of 12, her beautiful mother died prematurely in her sleep. Consequently, for many years she encountered insurmountable challenges. At the tender age of 14, she met a charismatic, debonair 20-year old man that promised his undying love, but left her with two gorgeous daughters instead. During the 60’s, unwedded expectant young girls were not permitted to complete their high school education. However, she kept wishing that her desire to complete her education would happen. After marriage and three additional children, her wish finally materializes. In 1985, she successfully earned her Cosmetologist License, and she was at the top her class, additionally, she earned a General Education Degree in

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