The thorn bush was a large obstacle with an unexpected turn. When she snagged her skirt on this gnarled prickled mass of torture, she barely batted an eye. It caught her attention that her movements were now confined by the bush's grasp, but she would not allow that to slow her down. Not only did Phoenix find it necessary to keep this dress in a perfect condition, but also knew that if she gave up now a strong feeling of regret would ensue. So, Phoenix pulled free and continued. Obstacles in life are merely meant to test the strength, bu

t when we find ourselves stuck, remember what Phoenix said "Thorns you doin' your appointed work. Never want to let folks pass, no sir. Old eyes though you was a pretty little green bush". She has said that she understands that those obstacles were mere tests and that life will throw them at you at any time. But, then she realizes that if in either human form or in this case, plant form, they are just as innocent as you, and deserve re!

The Phoenix was a mythological dating back to the ancient Egyptian period. It was held sacred to the Sun God, Ra. There was this legend about this fiery bird, whom after 500 years, would ultimately be consumed in flames, and then would return from its ashes as a reborn bird, to start an entire life over again. And Phoenix in this story is symbolic of a bird that lives forever, and can never be harmed because she won't let herself be destroyed. That is what "A Worn Path" is about; surviving through the greatest is not impossible. It does not matter what the physical str

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