The three trees

Once there were three trees on a hill in the woods.  They were discussing their hopes and dreams when the first tree said, 'Someday I hope to be a great treasure chest. I could be filled with gold, silver and precious  gems. I could be decorated with an intricate carving and everyone would see my beauty.' Then the second tree said, 'Someday I will be a mighty ship. I will take Kings and queens across the waters and sail to the corners of the world. People will  feel safe in me because