In this fable, various flowers like the Rose, Dahlia, and Lily argue boastfully about which of them the Sun loves best, citing their individual beauty and fragrance as proof. Feeling plain and overlooked, the Morning-glory decides to wake up before dawn to greet the Sun first, successfully capturing his admiration with her delicate beauty. However, the Sun's warm gaze makes her drowsy, and she falls asleep during the day, losing his attention to the other flowers, especially the ever-watchful Sunflower. This explains why the Morning-glory opens early but sleeps through the heat of the day, offering a gentle story about vanity, jealousy, and finding a unique way to be noticed, even if it means missing out on other things.

In this fable, various flowers like the Rose, Dahlia, and Lily argue boastfully about which of them the Sun loves best, citing their individual beauty and fragrance as proof. Feeling plain and overlooked, the Morning-glory decides to wake up before...

Why The Morning-Glory Sleeps | Flower Stories