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Journey of Billy to the Sea - A Short Story About the Sea

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An Introduction to the Sea Story

What is the first thought that comes to your mind when you think about the sea? Water, beaches, swimming, and a lot of fun, right? You have done a lot of fun activities on water, or beaches. Generally, kids enjoy swimming, so you must have done it. But think about sea creatures also. They also belong to the sea and today you are going to read an interesting story of a beautiful goldfish named Billy.


Billy is a goldfish but he has a fear of other sea creatures. So what happened when he met other fishes or creatures in the sea? Let’s read it in this story. 


Kids Swimming


Kids Swimming


Thus, in this article, you will get to know about a short story about the sea through a goldfish in a fun and interesting way.


Journey of Billy to the Sea

One day, Martin bought a lovely gold-colored fish. Billy was the fish's name.

The fish will eventually be released into the sea (when he would be able to survive in the sea with other sea creatures), so he immediately bought a fish bowl to serve as its temporary habitat.


Billy in the Fish Bowl


Billy in the Fish Bowl


Martin unintentionally induced a number of phobias in his fish during its upbringing. It struggled with fear of the world outside of its bowl, fear of swimming freely, and fear of discovering everything there is to know.


In order to release Billy (the fish), who had grown into an adult, Martin went to the beach on Saturday, February 8, 2005, together with some other AHA (Animal Health Association) members.


Billy had no idea what to do or how to react to everyday objects like boats and larger fish when he suddenly found himself in such a vast, open area. He also had no idea how to provide for himself or find a place to live.


Billy noticed sharks approaching him one day as he was swimming between the coral at the sea's bottom between two dazzling rocks. Billy whispered softly in fear, and the sharks could hear his gnashing of teeth. Billy, unsure of how to respond, turned to face them and said: – “Don´t eaaaaat me. Pleeeeease!”


Billy in Sea


Billy in Sea


Don't be afraid, little friend, the two sharks remarked as they laughed and examined him. We won't damage you, but you should use precautions and eat something as well because you are so thin.


Sadly, Billy said:

"I know, but my owner grew me in a fish bowl, so when he brought me here, back to the water, I didn't know what to do. I have no idea where to live or what to eat. Can you help me?

"Sure, little one, come with us," the sharks replied.

Billy went after them.

Billy is now a strong, healthy goldfish with a wide smile that shines in even the darkest corners since he has all he needs. He has a cosy home and two shark friends that help him and is always by his side.


Moral of the Story

This story gives us a lesson that we should always try to overcome our fear by facing it strongly. Have confidence and courage to face any situation. 


Summary

In this article, a story of goldfish is mentioned. The goldfish’s name was Billy. Billy was kept in Martin’s house. He put Billy in a fish bowl and happily took care of it. But unfortunately, Billy developed a fear of facing the world. He did not want to face other sea creatures but one day he was released into the sea by Martin. In the sea, he met sharks who helped him to overcome his fear. After this, Billy became a confident goldfish and was able to face anybody. This story gives an interesting lesson to overcome our fear and always be ready to get out of your comfort zone, this will lead to success in your life.

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FAQs on Journey of Billy to the Sea - A Short Story About the Sea

1. Write about aquatic animals who helped Billy in the sea.

Billy met two sharks in the sea. At First he was afraid of them but then he talked and became friends with them. Sharks helped him to get out of his fear and Billy successfully did it. He became a confident fish in the end.

2. Write the characteristics of Billy.

Billy was a gold-coloured fish. He looked beautiful in its gold colour. He used to live in a fish bowl at Martin’s place so he had developed some fear. He had a fear of the outside world. He did not want to go outside of the bowl due to this fear. He lacked the confidence to face the world.

3. Why did Martin release Billy in the presence of the Animal Health Association members?

Animal Health Association members take care of all animals’ health and life. It is their duty to take a record of everything and it was pre-decided that Billy will live in the sea when he becomes an adult.  That’s why Martin released Billy when he has grown up properly in the presence of the Animal Health Association.