As he peeled the next bite, Bon noticed movement nearby. Out from behind a small bush trotted a little puppy, his steps slow and a bit wobbly. The puppy’s fur was a little dusty, and his tongue lolled out tiredly as he panted. It was clear that this little dog had been running or playing hard, and now exhaustion had caught up to him.
Bon tilted his head, his bright curious eyes softening. He loved playful energy, but he also knew when someone needed a little kindness. The puppy sat down just a few steps away, looking up at Bon with a mixture of curiosity and hope. It was as if he was saying, “I don’t mean to bother you, but… I’m so tired and maybe a little hungry too.”
Bon glanced at his banana, then back at the puppy. Bananas were his absolute favorite, and normally, he didn’t share them with anyone—not even his monkey friends. But something about the puppy’s slow breathing and gentle eyes touched his little monkey heart. He could see the puppy needed a moment of comfort, and suddenly, keeping the whole banana for himself didn’t feel right.
Without a second thought, Bon peeled away another chunk of the banana and carefully held it out toward the puppy. The puppy’s tail gave a weak wag, and he leaned forward to sniff it. He hesitated for a moment—perhaps he’d never tasted banana before—but the sweet smell was inviting. He took a small, gentle bite.
The moment the banana touched his tongue, the puppy’s eyes lit up in surprise and delight. He chewed slowly, savoring the new flavor, then licked his lips and looked up at Bon as if to say, “This is amazing… thank you!” Bon grinned, happy to see his new friend’s mood brighten. He broke off another piece and offered it, and this time, the puppy’s tail wagged a little faster.
They sat together in the warm afternoon, sharing the banana bite by bite. The air was filled with a quiet kind of companionship—the kind where words aren’t needed. Bon would take a small bite, then give the next piece to the puppy, watching him eat with quiet satisfaction. It wasn’t just about the banana anymore; it was about caring for someone who needed a little help.
