[Read more…] about The Wolf Grown OldAn old Wolf was chased out of the Pack to be on his own. He happened on some carrion which drew other Wolves who ate the carrion. Too bad.
Riches may gain you friends; false friends.
The Hunted Fox
[Read more…] about The Hunted FoxA Fox hunted for depredations on poultry was discovered and escaped only after severe blows. He complained to Foxes about the beating he clearly deserved.
It is easy to complain about things done to you but hard to remember those you have done.
The Self-Important
[Read more…] about The Self-ImportantA self-important Man railed at the Birds for pecking at his orchard fruit. The Birds reminded the Man that they were there first.
Self-importance is the origin of many vices.
The Rose And The Snail
[Read more…] about The Rose And The SnailA Snail pointed out to a Rose that the only thing that destroyed her beauty were the thorns. The Rose got rid of thorns. The Snail then had a nice meal.
Don’ let down your defenses.
The Loadstone And The Mirror
[Read more…] about The Loadstone And The MirrorA Loadstone in a case was bragging to a Mirror in the case about all the things a magnet does. The Mirror responded with a like list for itself. No winner.
Where much is given, much will be required.
The Fly And The Taper
[Read more…] about The Fly And The TaperA Fly circles round and round a lit candle. This poem describes the progress to its ultimate conclusion of burnt fly.
Sometimes pleasure leads to pain.