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RIYADH: Two brothers once decided to plant a tree each in their gardens. They chose the same type of tree, planted them on the same day, and promised to take good care of them. Both wanted to see their trees grow tall, strong, and healthy. The first brother believed that the best way to care for his tree was to make sure it never lacked anything. He watered it frequently, sometimes even before the soil became dry. He checked on it every day and made sure it never experienced a moment of thirst.
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