The Big Blue Whale

The Legend of Blober, the Whale King

Once upon a time, there lived a massive whale called Blober. He was the king of the seas, ruling over the vast ocean with grace and power. Known for the enormous waves he caused, panic often swept through beachgoers as the waves would frequently reach the shoreline, causing dire circumstances.

The Waves of Panic

Whenever Blober swam close to the surface, the ocean would churn and foam, creating towering waves that crashed onto the beaches. Families enjoying their day at the shore would suddenly find themselves scrambling to safety as the water surged unexpectedly. The sound of crashing waves would echo along the coast, sending a ripple of fear through sunbathers and surfers alike.

The Beachgoers' Dilemma

• Fear of the Waves: Many beachgoers began to dread the sight of the ocean, fearing the mighty waves that Blober could unleash.

• Legends and Stories: Tales of Blober's power spread, leading to a mix of fascination and fear among the locals.

• Attempts to Calm the Seas: Some brave souls even tried to find ways to communicate with Blober, hoping to persuade him to calm the waters.

  
  

A Change of Heart

As time passed, Blober began to notice the fear he instilled in the hearts of those on the shore. Deep down, he longed for connection rather than fear. One day, he decided to change his ways. Instead of creating chaos, he would use his strength to create beauty.

The Day of the Gentle Waves

On a bright sunny morning, Blober swam gracefully near the beach, and instead of unleashing his powerful waves, he created gentle ripples that caressed the shoreline. Beachgoers were amazed as they watched the water shimmer and dance, bringing joy instead of panic.

The New Legend

From that day on, Blober was known not just as the king of the seas, but as a gentle giant who protected the beachgoers and brought them happiness. Families returned to the shore, laughter filled the air, and the ocean became a place of wonder and joy.

And so, the legend of Blober transformed from one of fear to one of friendship, as the whale king and the beachgoers learned to coexist in harmony.

Take care!

Prof. Carl Boniface

Vocabulary builder:

Blober (n) = is a proper noun (see directly below). When blubber is a verb, it means to sob uncontrollably: "The little girl sat down and started to blubber after hitting her knee." Blubber was originally spelled blober, meaning "a bubble" or "bubbling water," which led to the "crying" meaning of the word. In the 15th century, it also meant "jellyfish" and "whale oil."

Proper nouns are specific names for particular people, places, or things, always capitalized in English. They distinguish a specific entity from a general type of entity. Examples include names like "John," "Paris," or "Titanic," which are specific compared to "man," "city," or "ship". 

Dire (adj) = terrible, awful, horrible, disastrous, dismal, frightful, appalling

Churn (n) = The word "churn" can function as both a verb and a noun. As a verb, it means to stir vigorously or agitate a liquid, often in the process of making butter. As a noun, "churn" refers to the container used for this process or, in a business context, the rate of customer attrition. 

Ripple (n) = wave, undulation, swell, current, wrinkle, flow, (ant) stillness

Dread (v) = to have fear, to suffer from terror, anxiety, dismay, were alarmed, frightened, horror, (ant) confidence