[Read more…] about The Thirsty PigeonA thirsty Pigeon saw a glass of water on a sign. She flew toward it and slammed it and broke her wing and consequently was caught by one of the bystanders.
Act in haste and repent at leisure.
The Oxen and The Axles
[Read more…] about The Oxen and The AxlesThe oxen pulling a wagon were disturbed by the creaking of the wheels. Not seeing the heavy load on the wagon the oxen blamed the wheels for complaining.
Those who suffer most cry out the least.
The Dog in The Manger
[Read more…] about The Dog in The MangerPeople often begrudge others what they cannot enjoy themselves. A dog sleeping on hay would not let other animals eat from the hay.
People often begrudge others what they cannot enjoy themselves.
The Farmer and The Cranes
[Read more…] about The Farmer and The CranesCranes invaded a Farmer’s field. He could drive them off with an empty sling for awhile but later had to use rocks. That’s when they learned and left.
If words are not enough, action must be taken.
The Flies and The Honey Pot
[Read more…] about The Flies and The Honey PotFlies were attracted to a honey jar. They ate greedily. But, their feet and wings got covered with the honey so they could not get free. They died.
Too much of a good thing can be bad.
The Lion, Ass and Fox
[Read more…] about The Lion, Ass and FoxAn Ass and a Fox partnered but when a Lion came the Fox said he would lead the Ass to a pit for the Lion. Lion agreed. Fox did it. Lion killed Fox first.
We love treason, but hate the traitor.